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The Fellowship of the Ring by Brian Sibley, Michael Bakewell
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsA BBC radio full-cast dramatisation of the first book in JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy. Brian Sibley's famous 1981 adaptation, starring Ian Holm and Michael Hordern... -
![The Winds of Winter by George R.R. Martin]()
The Winds of Winter by George R.R. Martin
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsThe Winds of Winter is the forthcoming sixth novel in the epic fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin.The previous installment, A Dance with Dragons, covered less story than Martin intended, omitting at least one planned large battle sequence and leaving several character threads ending in cliffhangers... -
![Call of the Bone Ships by R.J. Barker]()
Call of the Bone Ships by R.J. Barker
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA brilliantly imagined saga of honour, glory and warfare, Call of the Bone Ships is the captivating epic fantasy sequel to RJ Barker's The Bone Ships.Dragons have returned to the Hundred Isles. But their return heralds only war and destruction... -
![Champion's Wrath by Sever Bronny]()
Champion's Wrath by Sever Bronny
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSummoning dragons exacts a price. Can they afford to pay it?Augum, Bridget and Leera are the first to summon dragons in thousands of years. But the ancient spell inflicts an unforeseen side effect—after every casting, it turns them against each other.As the Canterran army plunders their kingdom, Katrina Von Edgeworth uses her siege engine dragon to crush all resistance... -
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![A Dream of Spring by George R.R. Martin]()
A Dream of Spring by George R.R. Martin
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOriginally titled A Time For Wolves. The seventh and apparent final book of George R.R. Martin's acclaimed series, A Song of Ice and Fire... -
![The Unrestrained by Michael Anderle]()
The Unrestrained by Michael Anderle
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSkharr has made powerful enemies, but what’s new about that?A Noble wants revenge, and Skharr DeathEater has upset at least one noble willing to pay a high price to kill him.Painfully.Skharr is living in an inn, having spent a large sum of money on a weapon—one he never intends to use... -
![Dust of Death by Sarah K.L. Wilson]()
Dust of Death by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWill Amel arrive in time?With the armies of Baojang at her back and her own army of dragons, Amel might seem unstoppable, but she is far from the heart of the Dominion where the true battle rages and time is running out. To make matters worse, Amel is finally starting to uncover the motives behind the war, but her answers bring even more questions... -
![Archmage by R.A. Salvatore]()
Archmage by R.A. Salvatore
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsDRIZZT RETURNS TO THE UNDERDARK! “After a quarter of a century, R.A. Salvatore just keeps getting better and better, and The Companions is another masterful leap forward for one of the greatest fantasy epics of all time.”—Philip Athans, best-selling author of Annihilation and Writing Monsters R.A... -
![The World of Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas]()
The World of Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe official guide to the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series complete with characters, creatures, new artwork, and more!Everyone knows the story of the assassin queen. But now, fans of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series will be immersed in her journey like never before... -
![Night of the Hunter by R.A. Salvatore]()
Night of the Hunter by R.A. Salvatore
Rated: 4.32 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsR.A. Salvatore’s New York Times best-selling saga continues as dark elf Drizzt Do’Urden returns to Gauntlgrym with old friends by his side once again, as they seek to rescue Bruenor’s loyal shield dwarf-turned-vampire... -
![Dryad-Born by Jeff Wheeler]()
Dryad-Born by Jeff Wheeler
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsThe struggle to save the plague-ridden kingdoms continues in this captivating second novel in the Whispers from Mirrowen series.The orphan Phae has kept her innate ability secret since she was young. Not only does she possess the dangerous fireblood, but she can also steal the memories of anyone who looks into her eyes. Phae has no idea that her combination of powers is extraordinary... -
![Knife Children by Lois McMaster Bujold]()
Knife Children by Lois McMaster Bujold
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLakewalker Barr Foxbrush returns from two years of patrolling the bitter wilds of Luthlia against the enigmatic, destructive entities called malices, only to find that the secret daughter he'd left behind in the hinterland of Oleana has disappeared from her home after a terrible accusation... -
![Rise of the King by R.A. Salvatore]()
Rise of the King by R.A. Salvatore
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsIn the second book of the Companions Codex, the latest series in the New York Times best-selling saga of dark elf Drizzt Do'Urden, R.A. Salvatore picks up with the fan-favorite storyline of dwarf king Bruenor Battlehammer and his bloody feud with the orc kingdom of Many Arrows... -
![Form and Function: The Fantasy Epic (Aulds of the SPYRE Book 1) by Sara King, Lance MacCarty]()
Form and Function: The Fantasy Epic (Aulds of the SPYRE Book 1) by Sara King, Lance MacCarty
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom the bestselling author of The Legend of ZERO and bestselling artist of Flea, Agent of Chaos comes a brand new adventure in a mind-blowing epic fantasy setting... "Those who try to change Form without likewise shifting Function are doomed to a lifetime of agony and mediocrity--or they make the best assassins... -
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![The King of Koraha by Maria V. Snyder]()
The King of Koraha by Maria V. Snyder
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHard on the heels of trouble in Zirdai city, Shyla Sun-Kissed and Rendor are ordered to report to the King of Koraha - a summons that is deadly to ignore. The King holds the key to Koraha's existence, but a formidable new enemy threatens Koraha's very survival and the King desperately needs Shyla and Rendor's help... -
![Troubled War by Sarah K.L. Wilson]()
Troubled War by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWar has come. With the Dusk Covenant's armies rushing to join the battle around Dominion City, Amel has one chance to trap them and hold them in place while her slower allies catch up... -
![Centyr Dominance by Michael G. Manning]()
Centyr Dominance by Michael G. Manning
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsMoira Illeniel was the name she lived by, but her true heritage was more complicated than that. From birth, she was the secretly adopted daughter of the most powerful wizard in the world, but few knew that her true birthright came from the Centyr lineage. Traveling to Dunbar to discover the fate of her vanished father, Moira must face the darker aspects of her power... -
![Stories of the Raksura, Volume 2: The Dead City & The Dark Earth Below by Martha Wells]()
Stories of the Raksura, Volume 2: The Dead City & The Dark Earth Below by Martha Wells
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMoon, Jade, and other favorites from the Indigo Cloud Court return with two new novellas from Martha Wells.Martha Wells continues to enthusiastically ignore genre conventions in her exploration of the fascinating world of the Raksura... -
![Origins by Taran Matharu]()
Origins by Taran Matharu
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe prequel to the explosive new fantasy trilogy, Summoner. Set in a time before The Novice, this prequel is the perfect introduction to the world of the Summoner.Arcturus is just an orphaned stableboy when he discovers he has the ability to summon demons from another world... -
![The Melted Sea by Sara C. Roethle]()
The Melted Sea by Sara C. Roethle
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWar is coming. With the reappearance of the Tuatha De, the countryside is thrown into chaos. Entire villages have been obliterated. Magic users are suffering persecution along with the Faie, leaving droves of refugees to wait outside the gates of the great cities, hoping for the acceptance that will never come... -
![Dragon Staff by Sarah K.L. Wilson]()
Dragon Staff by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBaby dragons, adventure, and trouble – oh my! A new series by USA Today bestselling author, Sarah K. L. Wilson. Seleska thought being chased by mercenaries was a problem, but with her baby dragon growing every day and her islander friends disapproving of him, she's in worse trouble than she thought. When she tries to embark on her own, things only get more heated... -
![Winter Wren by Miranda Honfleur]()
Winter Wren by Miranda Honfleur
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsA mage apprentice and her master... Against three hundred mercenaries sieging a town.Seventeen-year-old mage apprentice Rielle accompanies her master, Leigh, on a mission to save a viscount from a town under mercenary control. But mercenaries aren't the only newcomers to town. When the mission goes awry, Rielle must choose whether to follow her orders or follow her conscience... -
![Daughter of Blood: The Wall of Night Book Three by Helen Lowe]()
Daughter of Blood: The Wall of Night Book Three by Helen Lowe
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA Gemmell Award-Winning SeriesMalian of Night and Kalan, her trusted ally, are returning to the Wall of Night—but already it may be too late. The Wall is dangerously weakened, the Nine Houses of the Derai fractured by rivalry and hate. And now, the Darkswarm is rising . . .Among Grayharbor backstreets, an orphan boy falls foul of dark forces... -
![Broken of Fire by D.K. Holmberg]()
Broken of Fire by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA new threat to the elementals emerges that puts everyone Tan cares about in danger. After the most recent battle, the Mistress of Souls is missing and Tan must find her before another attack. With Amia’s pregnancy changing the connection between them, Tan fears involving her and must rely on new friends, including a strangely intelligent draasin hatchling for help... -
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![Demonstorm by James Barclay]()
Demonstorm by James Barclay
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTHIS IS THE END ...The dragons have gone home, the elves are safe. The Raven have kept their promises. But fate has not finished with them. As the war between the colleges rages on an old enemy senses that his chance to revenge a bitter defeat has come... -
![Daybreak by Shae Ford]()
Daybreak by Shae Ford
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMidlan has awoken. Soldiers pour from between the gates and monsters descend upon the Kingdom. When Midlan turns its eye to Copperdock, Kael quickly discovers that no realm is safe from the wrath of the King. But while he fights to keep Crevan’s soldiers away from his friends, other powers rise up behind him — including an army so terrible that it threatens to devour everything... -
![Dusk Covenant by Sarah K.L. Wilson]()
Dusk Covenant by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEvil lurks everywhere – and it wants to destroy Amel and everything she loves.With the sky city of Vanika in chaos and the consequences of Amel’s decisions shaping the course of her training, Amel is given a special assignment. But the Dusk Covenant has other – more nefarious – plans for her and the Dominion... -
![The Crystal Gryphon by Andre Norton]()
The Crystal Gryphon by Andre Norton
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThe story of Kerovan, whose cloven hooves set him apart from the human folk of the Dales, as he seeks his rights as heir to the throne of Ulm at a time when strange sea invaders are shattering the old kingdoms, and equally enigmatic manifestations of the Old Ones coming to interfere with humanity... -
![The Sword of Shannara: The Druids' Keep: The Druids' Keep by Terry Brooks]()
The Sword of Shannara: The Druids' Keep: The Druids' Keep by Terry Brooks
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsEvil will not give up without a fight. . . .Without the Sword of Shannara, the evil Warlock Lord cannot be defeated. Yet the quest for the mysterious talisman lies in ruins. The intrepid company of warriors assembled by the Druid Allanon to recover the magic Sword has been shattered, dispersed by the Dark Lord’s power... -
![Lord of the Clans by Christie Golden]()
Lord of the Clans by Christie Golden
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsLord of the Clans (Warcraft, Book... -
![Annihilation by Philip Athans]()
Annihilation by Philip Athans
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe New York Times best-seller, now in paperback! This paperback edition of the New York Times best-selling title expands the civil upheaval among the drow, one of the most popular races in the Forgotten Realms setting. Best-selling author R.A... -
![Chaos Descending by Toby Neighbors]()
Chaos Descending by Toby Neighbors
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAll is not well in the Five Kingdoms... and chaos is coming. The best selling Five Kingdoms series is back, along with characters from the blockbuster Lorik trilogy. A year has passed since the Witch's War laid waste to three kingdoms, and in that time evil has taken root. It cannot be seen, but Zollin the wizard has felt it... -
![Stonebriar Academy: School for Dragon Riders by Tom Boyhan]()
Stonebriar Academy: School for Dragon Riders by Tom Boyhan
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJamie Leeds has been forced to flee the only home he has ever known...Earth. Jamie and his mother have returned to his mother's home, Aurellius-a world where dragons, dwarves, elves, and other so-called mythological creatures actually exist. It is a world created by the leader of the Dragons, Dragonith, and his mate, Gwenith... -
![Silver Mage by D.W. Jackson]()
Silver Mage by D.W. Jackson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe mages sit nervous in their tower when the news that the Brotherhood is once again on the move reaches their ears. Bren, learning that the Brotherhood might hold the key to freeing his father, travels across northern Kurt in order to reach their new stronghold... -
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![Dragon's Teeth: An Alex Roger's Adventure by Charles W. Lamb]()
Dragon's Teeth: An Alex Roger's Adventure by Charles W. Lamb
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAs the newly appointed Lord Protector for Windfall and Mage apprentice to the Wizard King of Great Vale, Alex Rogers had taken on the role of a lifetime. Combined with his pending marriage to the half-nymph Lady Cassandra, he had more on his plate than he could ever hope to accomplish anytime soon... -
![Seasons by Mercedes Lackey, Jennifer Brozek]()
Seasons by Mercedes Lackey, Jennifer Brozek
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThis thirteenth anthology of short stories set in the beloved Valdemar universe features tales by debut and established authors and a brand-new story from Lackey herself.The Heralds of Valdemar are the kingdom's ancient order of protectors. They are drawn from all across the land, from all walks of life, and at all ages--and all are Gifted with abilities beyond those of normal men and women... -
![The Gathering of the Lost by Helen Lowe]()
The Gathering of the Lost by Helen Lowe
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTarathan of Ar and Jehane Mor, ride into the great city of Ij in time for it's grand Festival of Masks. But soon after their arrival they witness a terrible slaughter as their fellow heralds are targeted an assassinated. They must flee for their lives across the city as they discover Swarm agents at work as they attempt to destabilise the entire River Cities network for their own ends... -
![Shadowheart by James Barclay]()
Shadowheart by James Barclay
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJames Barclay has rapidly established himself as one of the leading lights of the genre with his two linked trilogies starring fantasy's most popular new heroes in many years: The Raven. The first trilogy was the Chronicles of The Raven and introduced the heroes and the world of Balaia... -
![Journey of Thieves by C. Greenwood]()
Journey of Thieves by C. Greenwood
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEXTRA VALUE: Get book 1 of this series (Magic of Thieves) FREE today! Upon leaving Dimmingwood, Ilan thinks she has finally escaped the influence of her old enemy, the Praetor. But the secrets of her past catch up to her when she and her friends are trailed across the provinces by a mysterious assassin with a haunting connection to her childhood... -
![The Fuller's Apprentice by Angela Holder]()
The Fuller's Apprentice by Angela Holder
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAll Josiah wants is a little excitement. His work as an apprentice fuller is boring, and playing in the mill’s machinery isn’t that dangerous. Everything goes fine—at first. All right, he’s lucky the wizard Elkan and his familiar, a donkey named Sar, are there to save his life. Even better, when his furious master fires him, Elkan offers him a job as his assistant. Josiah jumps at the chance... -
![Allanon's Quest by Terry Brooks]()
Allanon's Quest by Terry Brooks
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe legendary hero Allanon takes center stage in the first of three gripping new stand-alone eBook short stories set in the world of the fantasy-fiction phenomenon that is Shannara—by beloved New York Times bestselling author Terry Brooks... -
![Emperor and Clown by Dave Duncan]()
Emperor and Clown by Dave Duncan
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsA princess and a stableboy? It sounds like the worst sort of hackneyed formula romance. Think again, for "A Man of His Word" may well be the most original fantasy you ever read. The magic is unique and applied in unexpected ways, some of which the late Lester del Rey admitted he had not met in fifty years as writer and editor... -
![The Rogue by Trudi Canavan]()
The Rogue by Trudi Canavan
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsDiscover the magic of Trudi Canavan with her brand new novel in the Traitor Spy Trilogy...Living among the Sachakan rebels, Lorkin does his best to learn about their unique magic. But the Traitors are reluctant to trade their secrets for the Healing they so desperately want...Categorized as:
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![The Traitor Queen by Trudi Canavan]()
The Traitor Queen by Trudi Canavan
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsDiscover the magic of Trudi Canavan with her brand new novel in the Traitor Spy trilogy. . .Events are building to a climax in Sachaka as Lorkin returns from his exile with the Traitor rebels. The Traitor Queen has given Lorkin the huge task of brokering an alliance between his people and the Traitors... -
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![War Crimes by Christie Golden, Scott Brick]()
War Crimes by Christie Golden, Scott Brick
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAlliance and Horde forces have stripped Garrosh Hellscream, one of the most reviled figures on Azeroth, of his title as warchief. His thirst for conquest devastated cities, nearly tore the Horde apart, and destroyed countless lives throughout the...WORLD OF WARCRAFT® Now, on the legendary continent of Pandaria, he will stand trial for his transgressions... -
![The Heart of Stars by Kate Forsyth]()
The Heart of Stars by Kate Forsyth
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsAn evil necromancer has kidnapped the princess Olywynne and her twin brother, plotting to spill their blood-for revenge, and to restore his own family to life. Chaos reigns in the capital, and no one can stop the necromancer but Rhiannon and her winged mare... -
![Dragon Weather by Lawrence Watt-Evans]()
Dragon Weather by Lawrence Watt-Evans
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsArlian had never left his home village in the Obsidian Mountains. The green hills, white peaks, and black glass were all he had ever known of life, and though he dreamed of travel and adventure, he knew deep in his heart that he would probably never leave.Until the dragon weather came. Incredible heat, oppressive humidity, dark and angry clouds . . . and dragons... -
![Under the Vale and Other Tales of Valdemar by Mercedes Lackey, Rosemary Edghill]()
Under the Vale and Other Tales of Valdemar by Mercedes Lackey, Rosemary Edghill
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsUnder the Vale is the latest collection of short stories set in the world of Valdemar.The Heralds of Valdemar are an ancient order, drawn from all across the land, from all walks of life, and at all ages, these unusual individuals are Gifted with abilities beyond those of normal men and women. They are Mindspeakers, FarSeers, Empaths, ForeSeers, Firestarters, FarSpeakers, and more... -
![Hilt's Pride by Trevor H. Cooley]()
Hilt's Pride by Trevor H. Cooley
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSir Hilt is forced to delay an urgent mission when he sees a lone woman climbing a dangerous mountain. She refuses his help but when Hilt discovers that the prophet was the one that told her to climb to the mountain's peak, he realizes that it is his duty to accompany her... -
![The Twisted Citadel by Sara Douglass]()
The Twisted Citadel by Sara Douglass
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsThe second instalment of this complex, beautiful story. Can treachery and murder offer the only path to salvation? Glass turns to flesh as DarkGlass Mountain rouses from its restless sleep to walk the land and plot the downfall of the Lord of Elcho Falling. Ishbel and Maximilian, now utterly estranged, ride for Serpent's Nest, not realising that at their backs a cadre of traitors plot their death...
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