Fantasy books aren’t just for young adults and kids. There is an excellent selection of adult fantasy fiction books that go beyond. I’ve rounded up some of the best fantasy series of the decade and included some classics too. Whether you’re a seasoned fantasy enthusiast or just dipping your toes into the genre, these books are guaranteed to transport you to realms filled with dragons, magic, and unforgettable adventures.
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Introducing the “Fourth Wing” Series | The Empyrean #1
If you’ve been yearning for a captivating and immersive fiction series, look no further! the “Fourth Wing” series has taken the fantasy world by storm, and it’s the talk of the town among book enthusiasts. With its richly crafted world and gripping plot, it’s no wonder this series has made it to the top of our list of The Best Fantasy Books of The Decade.
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
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About The Book: Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general—also known as her tough-as-talons mother—has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders.
My Review
Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders.
I’ve just started reading this and it is no surprise to me it is full fandom right now because it’s great! I will update my review once I’m finished reading! Also, this book contains bad language.
Check out book 2!
Iron Flame | The Empyrean #2
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
Release Date November 7, 2023. You can preorder NOW!
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About The Book: Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general—also known as her tough-as-talons mother—has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candidates striving to become the elite of Navarre: dragon riders.
My Review
“The first year is when some of us lose our lives. The second year is when the rest of us lose our humanity.” —Xaden Riorson
Needless to say, I’ll be reading this upon release. There will also be a book 3 but it is still in the works and there is discussion of a movie!
The GOT phenomenon. The fate of the seven kingdoms is at stake and winter is coming. No one writes a fantasy series quite like George R. R. Martin.
The most inventive and entertaining fantasy saga of our time.
The World of Ice & Fire by George R. R. Martin.
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About The Series: Long ago, in a time forgotten, a preternatural event threw the seasons out of balance. In a land where summers can last decades and winters a lifetime, trouble is brewing. From Westeros to Winterfell follow the family trees for the Houses Stark, Lannister, and Targaryen through epic battles and beyond.
The saddest part of GOT is that it ends.
The Harry Potter phenomenon—wonderful friendships, magical schools, and a battle between good and evil. Trust us; you won’t want to miss this!
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K Rowling
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About The Series: A series of 7 fantasy novels great for kids and adults alike. Follow Harry as he is taken to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, learns to play Quidditch, and battles Lord Voldemort.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
My Review 5 Stars
There is nothing like Harry Potter. It is probably the best book series out there. My favorite book was Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and my favorite movie was Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. If you haven’t read this book series yet there is no better time than now.
Have you binged ACOTAR yet?
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
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About The Book: When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled her world.
A Court of Frost and Starlight
Join the adventures of young sorcerers and sorceresses as they face off against formidable foes and uncover the true power of magic in the Art of The Adept Series.
The Choice of Magic by Micheal Manning | Art of The Adept 1
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About The Book: The ancient magic of wizards was anything but dark. It was the enlightenment that lifted humanity from the squalor of superstition, and the worship of fell spirits and capricious gods, but those days are gone. However, the deeper teachings of wizardry have not been utterly lost and Will is left to make a choice. The last wizard of the old tradition still survives in solitude, nursing tired grudges and waiting for death.
My Review 4 Stars
An awesome story that is entertaining every step of the way. If you like the fantasy genre, wizards, etc., and don’t mind foul language then you’ll get a kick out of this series. Following a young wizard being trained by his old …. old…, maybe, grandpa in the way of old wizards. This is a funny book with a lot of entertainment.
Secrets and Spellcraft Art of The Adept 2
Scholar of Magic Art of The Adept 3
Disciple of War Art of The Adept 4
The Wizard’s Crown Art of The Adept 5
Uhh, this list could never be about fantasy without LOTR! With immersive world-building and unforgettable characters, Lord of the Rings is a must-read in fantasy.
The Hobbit | The Lord of the Rings #0
The Fellowship of the Ring |The Lord of the Rings #1 by J. R. R. Tolkien
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About The Book: In ancient times the Rings of Power were crafted by the Elven-smiths, and Sauron, the Dark Lord, forged the One Ring, filling it with his own power so that he could rule all others. But the One Ring was taken from him, and though he sought it throughout Middle-earth, it remained lost to him.
One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them.
The Two Towers | The Lord of the Rings #2
The Return of the King | The Lord of the Rings #3
The Broken Earth Trilogy
The Fifth Season |The Broken Earth Trilogy by N. K. Jemisin
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About The Book: A season of endings has begun. It starts with the great red rift across the heart of the world’s sole continent, spewing ash that blots out the sun. It starts with death, with a murdered son and a missing daughter. It starts with betrayal, and long dormant wounds rising up to fester.
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