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Gardens of the Moon (Malazan Book of the Fallen)Gardens of the Moon (Malazan Book of the Fallen) by Steven Erikson
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This is the fantasy fiction Bible, and Steven Erikson is it's god.
LegendLegend by David Gemmell
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The father of heroic fantasy, and this is his best work. I can't believe there won't be anymore.
Assassin's Apprentice (The Farseer Trilogy - Book 1)Assassin's Apprentice (The Farseer Trilogy - Book 1) by Robin Hobb
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Hobb's works are great this is the first of three sets of books based around the same world.
The Darkness That Comes Before: Prince of Nothing, Book 1The Darkness That Comes Before: Prince of Nothing, Book 1 by R.Scott Bakker
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Dark, brutal, brilliantly written. You can't ask for more from a fantasy series.
Hawkwood's Voyage (Monarchies of God)Hawkwood's Voyage (Monarchies of God) by Paul Kearney
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Great series, lots of action and adventure.
The Lies of Locke Lamora (Gollancz S.F.)The Lies of Locke Lamora (Gollancz S.F.) by Scott Lynch
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This book is great, Lynch certainly has what it takes to be one of the masters of fantasy fiction.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the RingThe Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien
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A must read for all fantasy fans.
Age Of Misrule: World's End, Darkest Hour, Always Forever (Gollancz S.F.)Age Of Misrule: World's End, Darkest Hour, Always Forever (Gollancz S.F.) by Mark Chadbourn
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Not the type of fantasy I usually read, but this was great.
Winterbirth (Godless World Series)Winterbirth (Godless World Series) by Brian Ruckley
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A great fantasy from a new author, I hope the rest of the series are as good as this one.
The Stormcaller: The Twilight Reign: Book 1: Book One of the Twilight Reign (Gollancz S.F.)The Stormcaller: The Twilight Reign: Book 1: Book One of the Twilight Reign (Gollancz S.F.) by Tom Lloyd
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The first book in this series, it's dark, violent, with some great magical elements.The main character is great.
Scar Night (Deepgate Codex)Scar Night (Deepgate Codex) by Alan Campbell
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Angels, assasins, vampires, a mad god, and a city in chains.This series is a dark gothic fantasy feast.Brilliant!!!!
The Sum of All Men (Runelords)The Sum of All Men (Runelords) by David Farland
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This series reminds me of why I started reading fantasy fiction, absolute brilliance.
Shadow Fall (Godslayer)Shadow Fall (Godslayer) by James Clemens
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His first series was brilliant, this one is even better.
Magician (Riftwar saga)Magician (Riftwar saga) by Raymond E. Feist
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Once I started this book I had to finish it in one sitting,the rest of his books are just as good .
The Eye of the World (Wheel of Time)The Eye of the World (Wheel of Time) by Robert Jordan
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I've read this series sevral times I can't wait to read the last one. It's a shame Jordan will not be able to see his last masterpiece published.(RIP)
The Briar King (Kingdoms of Thorn & Bone)The Briar King (Kingdoms of Thorn & Bone) by Greg Keyes
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Good series, looking forward to the last one. Out early 2008.
King's Dragon (Crown of Stars)King's Dragon (Crown of Stars) by Kate Elliott
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Great series, a real pity about the last book.
The Redemption of AlthalusThe Redemption of Althalus by David Eddings
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This is my favourite Eddings book, a very light fantasy, should make the ladies smile.
Cry of the Newborn: The Ascendants of Estorea Book 1 (Gollancz S.F.)Cry of the Newborn: The Ascendants of Estorea Book 1 (Gollancz S.F.) by James Barclay
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A great action packed fantasy, with some of the best battle's in the fantasy fiction world.
Kushiel's DartKushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey
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This is a great series, war, intrigue and strong sexual content. (for adults only). A great story, a series well worth reading.
The complete chronicles of Conan: Centenary editionThe complete chronicles of Conan: Centenary edition by Robert E. Howard
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The grandfather of sword and sorcery, this volume is well worth the price.
Blue Moon RisingBlue Moon Rising by Simon R. Green
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This book has everything a great fantasy book should have, great battles, great magic and one of the best love storys in fantasy fiction. And there are also some great comedy moments.
The Blade Itself: The First Law: Book One: Book One of The First Law (Gollancz S.F.)The Blade Itself: The First Law: Book One: Book One of The First Law (Gollancz S.F.) by Joe Abercrombie
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This is a dark , violent piece of fantasy literature. With a great cast of characters, this makes for one of the best new fantasty series today. The last book in the series is out in early 2008.
The Name of the Wind: The Kingkiller Chronicle: Book 1The Name of the Wind: The Kingkiller Chronicle: Book 1 by Patrick Rothfuss
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WOW!! This is the best fantasy fiction book I have read in 2007. This is a must read for all fantasy fiction fans.