Fantasy romance, science fiction fantasy, I love it all! Especially books about dragons! Any suggestions on authors or books that I should try? I just got done with the "Acorna" series and am looking for something new to start on... :D Thanks!
2006-08-02 17:18:24 · 17 answers · asked by Jade Orchid 7 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
David Eddings is amazing. His five book series, "The Belgariad" is wonderful as a stand alone, but he continues that story with another five book series titled, "The Malloreon." Then there are two more books related to that series, where each of two main characters are telling their own stories. But they are really wonderful reading, and very hard to put down once you start. I've read this entire collection several times over many years, and each time I find something new that proves to me that Eddings has an incredible mind.
I am currently reading the book "Eragon" that was recommended by someone else here, and I like it, but its written in a much more dry style, and I'm having no problem keeping it in the bathroom and only reading it when I'm going to be in there for a while. LOL.
That would never have been an option with the Eddings books. Give em a shot, you'll really be glad that you did.
2006-08-02 20:06:20 · answer #1 · answered by Crooks Gap 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Okay, for fantasy romance (the romance develops in the second book), and the fantasy elements are AMAZING. I can never put any of these books down-- they're so addicting!:
The Rhapsody Saga by Elizabeth Haydon:
Book 1: Rhapsody
Book 2: Prophecy
Book 3: Destiny
(Then the companion trilogy:)
Book 1: Requiem for the Sun
Book 2: Elegy of a Lost Star
Book 3: The Assassin King (this one comes out January 2007)
You can visit Elizabeth Haydon's website at www.elizabethhaydon.com for a better idea of the content and setting of the books.
Other books and authors I recommend for someone with book taste like yours:
*Anything by Douglass Adams
*Anything by Terry Pratchett
*By Neil Gaiman:
~Stardust
~Neverwhere
*By Phillip Pullman:
~The His Dark Materials Trilogy:
-The Golden Compass
- The Subtle Knife
- The Amber Spyglass
*By Diane Duane:
~The Young Wizards Series, which starts with So You Want to Be a Wizard.
*By D.J. MacHale:
~ The Pendragon Series, which starts with The Merchant of Death.
I hope some of these books interest you, and I hope that at least these books that I've listed help you to find other good books to read!
2006-08-03 02:56:17 · answer #2 · answered by mocaica 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything by Piers Anthony. His Xanth series is pure fantasy. There is a very special dragon in this series. He's the Gap Dragon. He's big and mean and protects the Gap. That is until he meets Ivy. I don't want to give too much away here. I promise you will love the books.
Here is a site with the complete list of them, in order. Start with the first one and you won't stop. There are now 29 books in the series so it should take you a few days. lol
http://www.piers-anthony.com/xanth.html
This is his personal webpage. He loves to hear from his fans and even writes them into the books occasionally.
http://www.hipiers.com/
2006-08-02 19:22:20 · answer #3 · answered by just me 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've read the Acorna series I assume you've read the Dragonriders of Pern series, but if not that's a good one, also by McCaffrey. Alta, Joust, and Sanctuary are the begining of a series about dragons by Mercedes Lackey and they're really awesome. Dragonspell by Donita K Paul is alright too and also the first in a series, although I haven't read any of the others. Patricia Wrede writes a humorous series about dragons, The Enchanted Forest Chronicles, including: Dealing with Dragons, Searching for Dragons, Calling on Dragons, and Talking to Dragons. And Eragon and Eldest by Christopher Paolini are good, although nothing especially original. the Enchanted forest chronicles, eragon and eldest are all really easy reads, but still decent books.
2006-08-02 17:35:05 · answer #4 · answered by sparrowhawk13147 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Terry Brook's The Heritage of Shannara series is a good place to start. It may be a bit mediocre than D&D books by margaret weis and tracy hickman but it's the next best thing if you want a book that doesn't have heavy political, religious or a kind of "art of war" stuff in it.
2006-08-04 06:59:10 · answer #5 · answered by Iya 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
King Fortis the Brave about a pair of twins that are pulled into a magical realm and caught up in the battle against a wicked sorceress that is trying to overtake the land. A great book full of action and humor that I found hard to put down!
2006-08-03 10:56:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Glory Road by Robert Heinlein
The Pern novels by Anne McCaffrey
The Darkover novels by Marion Zimmer Bradley
The Discworld novels Terry Pratchett
The Dark is Rising by Susan Cooper
OH!!!! And the Series of books by Gene Wolfe that begins with The Shadow of the Torturer. I had to go all the way to Alaska to find the next three after this one, but they have since been re-released. They are AWESOME!!!
2006-08-02 17:27:11 · answer #7 · answered by mercutio_41 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there. I'm the author of a new medieval fantasy book that you might like. The title is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you like Conan, LOTR or Harry Potter type books, this may be one you'll enjoy.
Good luck, whatever you decide to read!
Jon F. Baxley (Author, Editor, Ghostwriter and Proofreader)
THE SCYTHIAN STONE (eBook only)
THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY (eBook and hard cover)
THE REGENTS OF RHUM (coming fall '07)
Major Media Reviews:
Publishers Weekly
STARRED Review. A fast pace, sly humor, amusing dialogue and a richly researched background lift Baxley's fantasy, the first of a new series set in medieval Britain. When Merlin's long-ago apprentice Kruzurk Makshare (aka the Boozer) receives a dreamlike visitation from the legendary mage, he learns he must destroy another former apprentice, the villainous Seed of Cerberus. To do so will require a visit to the demon-guarded Blackgloom Keep. Enter young Daynin McKinnon, who discovers a curious rune-covered headstone, which may be the fabled Blackgloom Bounty, and brings it to Kruz's attention. Kruz believes it will provide entry into the fortress, while Daynin hopes the sale of the stone will restore his family's fortunes. The colorful cast of good guys and ne'er-do-wells includes the Pictish ghost of Brude McAlpin liberated from his tomb, assorted pursuing Caledonians and a bemused Prior Bede, whose monastery serves as a hiding place for the Blackgloom Bounty. Suitable for fantasy enthusiasts of all ages.
Library Journal
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."
Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer!
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."
Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article, March 20, 2006
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"
Fantasybookspot.com Review by Tyler, Febuary 2006
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."
2006-08-02 23:54:44 · answer #8 · answered by FiveStarAuthor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the extensive list given by other people there
is one series I didn't see mentioned. This is The
Fionavar Tapestry by Guy Gavriel Kay. It is a
three-volume set, the titles being The Summer
Tree, The Wandering Fire and The Darkest Road.
It's among the best in my opinion.
2006-08-03 07:11:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 10:12:19 · answer #10 · answered by kelcey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋