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Elves in New York City for example.

2006-11-22 14:39:16 · 11 answers · asked by gettingout 2 in Arts & Humanities Books & Authors

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Anne Rice's vampire novels, and the Mayfair Witches
Alan Garner's "The Weirdstone of Brisingamen" and "Moon of Gomrath" - northern England
Susan Cooper's "The Dark is Rising" series - southern England, Wales, Cornwall

There must be many others that I can't think of...

2006-11-22 16:33:18 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Well, hundreds. Thousands even. There are entire subgenres which use mostly real places: Modern Fantasy (aka Urban Fantasy), Vampires (although that's really a subgroup of Modern Fantasy I guess, it seems popular enough to merit it's own category), and Historical Fantasy.

Some examples

The Dresden Files: Chicago

Mercedes Lackey's modern fantasies: California

Tim Powers based most (maybe all) of his works in the real world.

John M. Ford's Dragon in Waiting is set in England

2006-11-23 01:38:03 · answer #2 · answered by leons1701 4 · 0 0

Twilight
New Moon
The Bartimaeus Trilogy
The Mediator Series by Meg Cabot
Avalon High
A Great and Terrible Beauty
Rebel Angels

2006-11-22 15:54:34 · answer #3 · answered by ette-chan ♥ 2 · 0 0

Dark-Hunter Series by Sherrilyn Kenyon- New Orleans, Seattle
Meredith Gentry Series by Laurell K Hamilton- California, Illinois
Anita Blake Series by Laurell K Hamilton- St. Louis, MO
Carpathian Series by Christine Feehan- everywhere in the modern world

2006-11-23 11:46:55 · answer #4 · answered by cyssan 1 · 0 0

The Princess Bride

2006-11-22 14:40:25 · answer #5 · answered by betterthanchocolate 1 · 0 0

Twilight and New Moon take place in Forks, Washington
the mediator books by Meg Cobot takes place in Carmel California
the daughters of the moon books take place in LA

2006-11-22 16:44:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

The Dresden Files---Jim Butcher

2006-11-22 15:39:15 · answer #7 · answered by arenee1999 3 · 0 0

Ted Dekker's Black, Red and White.
Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles (although the Mars atmosphere isn't consistent with what we know it is).
Shatner's Tekken series.
Arthur C. Clark's future series (2001, etc)
that's all I can think of off the top of my head.

2006-11-22 14:44:02 · answer #8 · answered by dramaturgerenata78 3 · 0 0

There's a new medieval fantasy series in hardcover that you might like. It takes place in a semi-historical medieval Britain and Scotland. The title of the first episode is THE BLACKGLOOM BOUNTY. It's 445 pages of action, adventure, magic, mystery and mayhem. If you're a fan of Conan, LOTR or Wheel books, this is one you'll enjoy. A Hollywood producer said it was, "Like Braveheart meets Lord of the Rings." (See other comments & reviews below.)

Good luck, whatever you decide to read!

Major Media Reviews:

Publishers Weekly said in a rare 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 said:
"This series opener...is a good choice for fans of epic-style sagas and Scottish history."

Harriet Klausner, Amazon's #1 Ranked Reviewer said:
"This terrific medieval fantasy...will elate readers for its fast-paced, action-thrilled story line starring a strong cast."

Nancy McCulloch, PRWEB Article:
"Two thumbs up for a colorful cast of characters, nonstop, rapid-fire action and compelling storyline!"

Fantasybookspot.com Review:
"Taking place in Medieval Scotland, this tale of magic, adventure and love really captured my attention..."

Blackgloom @ Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1594144...

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