Fantasy Book
What comes first to your mind when you read or hear the term fantasy? Probably A Song of Ice and Fire—widely known as Game of Thrones? But if you look at the term closely, you will realise that this genre offers more than just an escape. It makes you live in a world where imagination knows no limits. Anything could happen at any time, and sometimes, even the plot twist contains a twist. Fantasy books often keep readers on the edge, constantly thinking what would happen in the next chapter—the adrenaline rush they provide with every fast-paced action, high-stakes plots, cliffhangers, and sudden twists—is worth every second that readers steal from their real world.
So, if you are somebody who loves reading fantasy books, this blog is for you because it brings those books to the table that readers might miss amidst the ocean of marvellous literary works.
Readers, brace yourself, we are about to dive into the top fantasy book series.
Top 5 Fantasy Books You Must Read
We know, we alluded to the fact that we will be bringing books you may miss; however, talking about fantasy books and missing out on books like The Lord of the Rings or A Song of Ice and Fire is a sin. Therefore, we will begin with them.
The Lord of the Rings
Imagine a world where a dark lord forges the most powerful ring to control everybody. Sounds vicious, right? This idea didn’t sit right with Frodo Baggins either—a hobbit who inherited that formidable and potent ring. That’s when he joins a fellowship of nine companions and sets out on a quest to destroy that ring in the fires of Mount Doom, following betrayal, sacrifice, and war. We all know that The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien isn’t just a novel but a legacy, and if you haven’t read it yet, this is your time.
A Song of Ice and Fire
Raise your hands if people ever peer-pressured you to watch Game of Thrones? We are not sure about the hand-raising part, but we can see a lot of you nodding with a slight smile. Well, that’s what happens when an epic fantasy series is out with breathtaking action, peak detailing, and riveting cinema.
Well, it all began when George R.R. Martin authored the fantasy book series, A Song of Ice and Fire. A book that’s all about the struggle for control of the Iron Throne of Westeros, a clash in brutal political and military conflict, betrayal, power, the struggle for reclaiming birthright, inhumanity, and a place where heroism is rarely rewarded.
So, if you haven’t read this book series yet, hurry up! And thank the person who forced you to read it—even us if it’s the first time you are coming around this book! Because it’s worth all the hype that it gets.
Assassin’s Apprentice
How do you exist in a world that both needs and despises you? We presume at the cost of your sanity, but for how long? Isn’t there any limit? Well, Assassin’s Apprentice by Robin Hobb will answer all these questions. This book series is about the illegitimate son—Fitz— of Prince Chivalry, who abandons him at the age of six years old. Thereafter, Fitz was taken into the royal court by the royal spymaster Chade, who trained him to be an assassin. Moreover, Fitz attains a magical gift of Wit—a bond with animals—which people generally considered shameful. And just when you think things can’t get worse, they do; the kingdom faces a threat from Red-Ship Raiders as well.
Overall, it’s an interesting book series that revolves around betrayal, identity, loyalty, and the struggle to seek one’s place in a world that abhors you but won’t stand a day without you.
The Lies of Locke Lamora
Are you into books that revolve around gangsters, a corrupt city, and are witty? If yes, then Scott Lynch’s The Lies of Locke Lamora is definitely for you. The book revolves around the life of Locke Lamora, who’s a marvellous con artist and leader of the Gentleman Bastards. Locke and his crew typically run elaborate schemes targeting nobility, but their world turns upside down when they hear about Grey King murdering gang bosses, who manipulates Locke into his deadly plan.
Set in the corrupt city of Camorr, this fantasy book series is all about deception, loss, and friendship. A must-read for anybody who finds pure joy in reading about the dark world of gangsters and how they make it out of this world.
The Witcher
Do you love reading books that revolve around the themes of prejudice, identity, politics, prophecies, and morality? Well, if you do, The Witcher is for you, and even if you are not a fan of all these themes, you must read this series for its plot.
The Witcher follows Geralt of Rivia, a mutant monster hunter called a Witcher, navigating a morally complex fantasy world. Hired to slay beasts, he becomes entangled with Yennefer, a powerful sorceress, and Ciri, a princess with a mysterious destiny—bound together by fate.
Ultimately, it’s a story about found family, choice, and the cost of power.
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On a Parting Note
Whether you begin reading fantasy book series from The Lord of the Rings or The Witcher, one thing is for sure: these stories, plot twists, and action will remain with you forever. These are beyond fictional stories—they are an amalgamation of mythology, folklore, and ancient oral traditions. Therefore, they not only offer you an escape from the real world but also force you to observe and reflect on its cruelty.
Anyway, if you are not a fan of fantasy sagas and you came across this blog, we insist you read at least one series; trust us, you won’t regret it.
Happy Reading!
