whats a good young adult book that has wars and battles with swords and bow and arrows?

Question

and i already read the eragon series

Answer 1

There's a new medieval fantasy series in hardcover that you might like. 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 has dubbed it, "BRAVEHEART meets LORD OF THE RINGS." (See other comments & reviews below.)

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...

Author's MySpace Page (Includes excerpts of Blackgloom): http://profile.myspace.com/jonbaxley

Answer 2

try the "shanarra" series. the'yre pretty good, and i believe that the author of eragon probably borrowed some of his landscapes from this land. the sword of shanarra is the first book, terry brooks is the author. these are decent books, easy reading. the lord of the rings(of course!), the sword of truth series(by terry goodkind) is also a good series, especially if you want to think. the protagonist in this one is actually quite deadly with a bow. or sword or knife or axe or whatever he happens to have at the time. another good series is "the chronicles of thomas covenant, unbeliever", it's considered a high fantasy, like the narnia series, or the wizard of oz. not kid's stuff. don't limit yourself to young adult. i was reading many of these in my mid-teens, but they are fully developed, adult books.

Answer 3

Eargon and Eldest (its a series)
Lord of the Rings (it can be a little hard to get through but its really good)
Harry Potter is magical and there are battles but not so much swords and arrows
I dont know how old you are exactly but the lies of Locke Lamora is kind of like a pirate fantasy book and its really good but it may not be the best if youre too young (late teens early twenties youre probably good for that book)

The Count of Montey Cristo is great (my spelling is probably totally off right now though)

thats all i can think of right now

Answer 4

Dragonjousters series(joust,alta,sanctuary,Aerie) by Mercedes Lackey.The setting is ancient Egypt.Hunger, anger, and hatred are constants for young Vetch, rendered a brutally mistreated and overworked serf by the Tian conquest of his homeland. But everything improves when a Tian jouster requisitions Vetch to become the first serf ever to be a dragon boy. His training is intense, and his duty clear-cut: to tend his jouster, Ari, and his dragon, Kashet. That is only the beginning.The rest of the books are about his escape to Alta,how the war between the two kingdoms is stopped etc.

Mercedes Lackey's Take a Thief is the tale of Skif, a young orphan reminiscent of Oliver Twist, making his way in the knock-and-tumble neighborhood between two of Haven's outermost walls. Skif is intelligent, good-hearted and creative enough to forage up three meals a day in a place where food is scarce and kindness almost unheard of. After a chain of events leave him homeless, Skif lands in the lair of Bazie, an Faginish ex-mercenary who trains thieves...until he is "Chosen" by one of Valdemar's magical horses and becomes a Herald serving the Queen.

Scaramouche by Rafael Sabatini.When his best friend, a young clergyman, is killed in a mockery of a duel by an arrogant noble, just to quiet his eloquent expressions of democratic ideals, Andre-Louis Moreau vows revenge. From that point, through meteoric careers as a consummate actor and scenario writer, then as a fencing master, and finally a politician, the brilliant Moreau keeps thwarting the aims of the aristocratic Marquis de la Tour d'Azyr. However, the nobleman causes pain to Moreau as well, and the time must come when the two will meet to settle their enmity once and for all. You are not likely to guess how their confrontation finally turns out. Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, this swashbuckling novel is exciting throughout, and it presents one of the most dashing heroes in fiction, a man who can fight equally well with his mind, his mouth, his pen, and his sword, a man who stirs up events wherever he goes.


Edgar Rice Burroughs wrote the Mars novels and the Tarzan novels.There are 11 novels in the Mars series beginning with 'A princess of mars'.Captain John Carter of the Confederate Army is whisked to Mars and discovers a dying world of dry ocean beds where giant four-armed barbarians rule, of crumbling cities home to an advanced but decaying civilization, a world of strange beasts and savage combat, a world where love, honor and loyalty become the stuff of adventure. The later books are about his son Carthoris,daughter Tara etc.John carter is a recurring character in all these books as martians live for 1000 years.

Answer 5

1. The Strongbow Saga
2. The Chronicles of Narnia
3. Lord of the Rings

Answer 6

I really like Eragon by Christopher Paolini. I know that it's a movie now, but nothing beats the written word. And, it's a trilogy, so there's more to look forward to at the end.

Answer 7

depends on how old a young adult is, but a great author for fights and battles is David Gemmell, many books but ones I would offer as what your looking for would be, Legend, Morningstar, Lion of Macedon, Troy(lord of the silver bow), and the very first book of his which I read Ghost King, plenty of sword play also battles in these titles you won't be disappointed

Answer 8

Lord of The Rings

Answer 9

Blood and Thunder: An Epic of the American West by Hampton Sides

Answer 10

You could try to read a book called, The Badge of Courage.