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Best Highly Fantasy Books
The best highly fantasy books that ignite your imagination and leave an unforgettable mark on your reading experience.
These books transport readers far beyond the ordinary, into realms filled with mythical creatures, ancient prophecies, and epic battles that ignite the imagination and leave an unforgettable mark. From the towering heights of Middle-earth to the ethereal depths of Narnia, these stories weave intricate tapestries of magic, heroism, and wonder that will enchant and captivate even the most discerning readers.
Indulge in the intricate storytelling and immersive worlds of highly fantasy novels. Prepare to be transported to extraordinary realms that ignite your imagination, captivate your senses, and leave an unforgettable mark on your reading experience.
These books transport readers far beyond the ordinary, into realms filled with mythical creatures, ancient prophecies, and epic battles that ignite the imagination and leave an unforgettable mark. From the towering heights of Middle-earth to the ethereal depths of Narnia, these stories weave intricate tapestries of magic, heroism, and wonder that will enchant and captivate even the most discerning readers.
Indulge in the intricate storytelling and immersive worlds of highly fantasy novels. Prepare to be transported to extraordinary realms that ignite your imagination, captivate your senses, and leave an unforgettable mark on your reading experience.
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Harry Potter, #7)
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4.62 avg rating — 4,035,293 ratings
score: 663,
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter, #1)
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4.47 avg rating — 11,148,392 ratings
score: 557,
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6 people voted
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The Name of the Wind (The Kingkiller Chronicle, #1)
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Patrick Rothfuss (Goodreads Author)
4.52 avg rating — 1,059,254 ratings
score: 466,
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5 people voted
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The Way of Kings (The Stormlight Archive, #1)
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Brandon Sanderson (Goodreads Author)
4.67 avg rating — 637,510 ratings
score: 391,
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4 people voted
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A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, #1)
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4.45 avg rating — 2,689,112 ratings
score: 290,
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3 people voted
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Blood Song (Raven's Shadow, #1)
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Anthony Ryan (Goodreads Author)
4.41 avg rating — 90,971 ratings
score: 192,
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2 people voted
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The Blade Itself (The First Law, #1)
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4.22 avg rating — 298,197 ratings
score: 178,
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2 people voted
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Mistborn: The Final Empire (Mistborn, #1)
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Brandon Sanderson (Goodreads Author)
4.49 avg rating — 917,522 ratings
score: 176,
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The Lies of Locke Lamora (Gentleman Bastard, #1)
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Scott Lynch (Goodreads Author)
4.30 avg rating — 330,934 ratings
score: 173,
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The Princess Bride
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4.27 avg rating — 939,779 ratings
score: 162,
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Sabriel (Abhorsen, #1)
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Garth Nix (Goodreads Author)
4.16 avg rating — 216,625 ratings
score: 158,
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American Gods (American Gods, #1)
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Neil Gaiman (Goodreads Author)
4.10 avg rating — 982,268 ratings
score: 157,
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2 people voted
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The Well of Ascension (Mistborn, #2)
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Brandon Sanderson (Goodreads Author)
4.38 avg rating — 618,225 ratings
score: 152,
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Eragon (The Inheritance Cycle #1)
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Christopher Paolini (Goodreads Author)
3.96 avg rating — 1,911,570 ratings
score: 146,
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Harry Potter, #6)
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4.58 avg rating — 3,587,767 ratings
score: 146,
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Neverwhere (London Below, #1)
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Neil Gaiman (Goodreads Author)
4.16 avg rating — 557,215 ratings
score: 145,
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City of Bones (The Mortal Instruments, #1)
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Cassandra Clare (Goodreads Author)
4.07 avg rating — 2,138,736 ratings
score: 144,
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2 people voted
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The Golden Compass (His Dark Materials, #1)
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4.03 avg rating — 1,599,943 ratings
score: 143,
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2 people voted
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The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1)
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Rick Riordan (Goodreads Author)
4.31 avg rating — 3,361,531 ratings
score: 142,
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Harry Potter, #2)
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4.43 avg rating — 4,384,183 ratings
score: 142,
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Harry Potter, #5)
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4.50 avg rating — 3,717,983 ratings
score: 140,
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Harry Potter, #4)
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4.57 avg rating — 4,100,338 ratings
score: 138,
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The Chronicles of Narnia (The Chronicles of Narnia, #1-7)
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4.28 avg rating — 697,721 ratings
score: 136,
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2 people voted
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Harry Potter, #3)
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4.58 avg rating — 4,717,958 ratings
score: 134,
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2 people voted
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The Warded Man (The Demon Cycle, #1)
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Peter V. Brett (Goodreads Author)
4.25 avg rating — 130,250 ratings
score: 100,
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1 person voted
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A Darker Shade of Magic (Shades of Magic, #1)
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4.04 avg rating — 419,795 ratings
score: 98,
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A Wrinkle in Time (A Wrinkle in Time Quintet, #1)
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3.97 avg rating — 1,267,923 ratings
score: 96,
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1 person voted
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Dragonflight (Dragonriders of Pern, #1)
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4.08 avg rating — 142,626 ratings
score: 94,
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1 person voted
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Furies of Calderon (Codex Alera, #1)
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Jim Butcher (Goodreads Author)
4.13 avg rating — 112,688 ratings
score: 93,
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1 person voted
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Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch
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4.25 avg rating — 814,064 ratings
score: 92,
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1 person voted
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Mort (Discworld, #4; Death, #1)
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4.24 avg rating — 267,229 ratings
score: 91,
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1 person voted
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The Sandman, Vol. 1: Preludes & Nocturnes
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Neil Gaiman (Goodreads Author)
4.25 avg rating — 272,185 ratings
score: 90,
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1 person voted
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Promise of Blood (Powder Mage, #1)
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Brian McClellan (Goodreads Author)
4.13 avg rating — 62,817 ratings
score: 89,
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1 person voted
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Storm Front (The Dresden Files, #1)
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Jim Butcher (Goodreads Author)
3.97 avg rating — 372,848 ratings
score: 88,
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1 person voted
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The Black Prism (Lightbringer, #1)
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Brent Weeks (Goodreads Author)
4.23 avg rating — 130,301 ratings
score: 87,
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The Emperor's Blades (Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne, #1)
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Brian Staveley (Goodreads Author)
4.09 avg rating — 41,377 ratings
score: 85,
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The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time, #1)
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4.19 avg rating — 580,320 ratings
score: 84,
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1 person voted
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The Fifth Season (The Broken Earth, #1)
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N.K. Jemisin (Goodreads Author)
4.29 avg rating — 322,038 ratings
score: 83,
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1 person voted
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The Golem and the Jinni (The Golem and the Jinni, #1)
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Helene Wecker (Goodreads Author)
4.13 avg rating — 130,004 ratings
score: 81,
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1 person voted
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The Hobbit, or There and Back Again
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4.30 avg rating — 4,374,106 ratings
score: 80,
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The Last Unicorn (The Last Unicorn, #1)
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Peter S. Beagle (Goodreads Author)
4.16 avg rating — 120,319 ratings
score: 79,
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia, #1)
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4.24 avg rating — 3,082,895 ratings
score: 77,
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The Mists of Avalon (Avalon, #1)
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4.13 avg rating — 211,702 ratings
score: 75,
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1 person voted
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The Night Circus
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Erin Morgenstern (Goodreads Author)
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score: 74,
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1 person voted
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The Song of Achilles
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Madeline Miller (Goodreads Author)
4.31 avg rating — 1,896,687 ratings
score: 72,
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1 person voted
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The Stand
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Stephen King (Goodreads Author)
4.35 avg rating — 819,562 ratings
score: 71,
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1 person voted
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The Way of Shadows (Night Angel, #1)
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Brent Weeks (Goodreads Author)
4.15 avg rating — 175,360 ratings
score: 70,
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1 person voted
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Uprooted
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Naomi Novik (Goodreads Author)
4.02 avg rating — 258,525 ratings
score: 69,
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1 person voted
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Tigana
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Guy Gavriel Kay (Goodreads Author)
4.08 avg rating — 51,297 ratings
score: 68,
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1 person voted
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Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, #1)
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4.12 avg rating — 252,498 ratings
score: 67,
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1 person voted
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Pawn of Prophecy (The Belgariad, #1)
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4.16 avg rating — 110,543 ratings
score: 66,
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A Clash of Kings (A Song of Ice and Fire, #2)
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4.42 avg rating — 1,005,685 ratings
score: 65,
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Assassin's Apprentice (Farseer Trilogy, #1)
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Robin Hobb (Goodreads Author)
4.19 avg rating — 384,150 ratings
score: 64,
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Halfway to the Grave (Night Huntress, #1)
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Jeaniene Frost (Goodreads Author)
4.13 avg rating — 163,622 ratings
score: 58,
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Magic Bites (Kate Daniels, #1)
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Ilona Andrews (Goodreads Author)
4.05 avg rating — 133,432 ratings
score: 57,
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Moon Called (Mercy Thompson, #1)
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4.15 avg rating — 216,469 ratings
score: 56,
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Darkfever (Fever, #1)
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Karen Marie Moning (Goodreads Author)
4.05 avg rating — 188,844 ratings
score: 54,
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Dead Witch Walking (The Hollows, #1)
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Kim Harrison (Goodreads Author)
4.04 avg rating — 128,774 ratings
score: 53,
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Graceling (Graceling Realm, #1)
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4.06 avg rating — 477,744 ratings
score: 49,
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Elantris (Elantris, #1)
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Brandon Sanderson (Goodreads Author)
4.17 avg rating — 334,881 ratings
score: 48,
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list created August 29th, 2024
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