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Recommend a Sci-Fi/Fantasy series for a complete newb.
Posted on 9/25/17 at 4:02 pm
Posted on 9/25/17 at 4:02 pm
I've been wanting to try my hand at a sci-fi/fantasy series for some time, but I've never taken the step (mostly stuck to run of the mill crime fiction).
I recently read the Red Rising trilogy after seeing it recommended on here, and that might be the first true sci-fi/fantasy series I've ever read. I enjoyed the hell out of it.
I went to Books a Million last night and was overwhelmed, and on the spot googling for "The Best Fantasy Series" for newbs didn't really help.
I kept coming back to The Wheel of Time series (mainly because they had the whole thing) but man that looks daunting for someone new to the genre.
Any suggestions on where I should begin?
I recently read the Red Rising trilogy after seeing it recommended on here, and that might be the first true sci-fi/fantasy series I've ever read. I enjoyed the hell out of it.
I went to Books a Million last night and was overwhelmed, and on the spot googling for "The Best Fantasy Series" for newbs didn't really help.
I kept coming back to The Wheel of Time series (mainly because they had the whole thing) but man that looks daunting for someone new to the genre.
Any suggestions on where I should begin?
This post was edited on 9/25/17 at 4:03 pm
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Posted on 9/25/17 at 4:20 pm to FalseProphet
I wouldn't try something as big as Wheel of Time at this point. Try something in the more classical vein like The Chronicles of Amber by Roger Zelazney or The Martian Chronicles by Bradbury. Also, The Mote in Gods Eye & The Gripping Hand by Niven & Pournelle.
After that you can progress into Asimov (Foundation series) and Tolkien (LOTR)
Enjoy.
After that you can progress into Asimov (Foundation series) and Tolkien (LOTR)
Enjoy.
Posted on 9/25/17 at 5:18 pm to FalseProphet
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Sci-Fi/Fantasy
To give you a good rec, I'm gonna need you to tell me which of the two genres your actually looking for.
Not trying to be a dick, I just really hate that book stores have blended what I consider two vastly different genres in to one.
If you're looking for more swords than lasers, I would recommend either The First Law Trilogy or The Gentlemen Bastard series as good introductions to Fantasy.
Posted on 9/25/17 at 10:33 pm to FalseProphet
The Mistborn Trilogy is another good one for "newbs", imo, I'm the fantasy side.
Ready Player One if you're a child of the 80's.
Ready Player One if you're a child of the 80's.
Posted on 9/26/17 at 8:39 am to FalseProphet
Dune. The original series, not that bullshite the author's son put out.
Posted on 9/26/17 at 9:12 am to FalseProphet
quote:
I've been wanting to try my hand at a sci-fi/fantasy series for some time, but I've never taken the step (mostly stuck to run of the mill crime fiction).
I recently read the Red Rising trilogy after seeing it recommended on here, and that might be the first true sci-fi/fantasy series I've ever read. I enjoyed the hell out of it.
I went to Books a Million last night and was overwhelmed, and on the spot googling for "The Best Fantasy Series" for newbs didn't really help.
I kept coming back to The Wheel of Time series (mainly because they had the whole thing) but man that looks daunting for someone new to the genre.
Any suggestions on where I should begin?
Whatever you pick - be sure the series is actually finished or will be soon.
I'd say frick it and jump into WOT - mainly because i love that series and I'm a fan of the big world-building series. Plus it is actually a really easy read.
This post was edited on 9/26/17 at 9:13 am
Posted on 9/26/17 at 9:14 am to FalseProphet
Barsoom series by Edgar Rice Burroughs
Hobbit and Lord of the Rings
Hobbit and Lord of the Rings
Posted on 9/26/17 at 9:50 am to FalseProphet
The Wrinkle in Time Quintet: Books 1-5 by Madeleine L'Engle consists of A Wrinkle in Time, A Wind in the Door, A Swiftly Tilting Planet, Many Waters, and An Acceptable Time.
Called Young Adult reading, but is a very entertaining series for adult readers, too. And a great blend between SF and Fantasy genres.
Called Young Adult reading, but is a very entertaining series for adult readers, too. And a great blend between SF and Fantasy genres.
Posted on 9/26/17 at 1:15 pm to FalseProphet
I think Hobbit & LOTR is a must if you like fantasy.
After ASOIAF I've read Kingkiller Chronicles and The Stormlight Archive. I have really enjoyed both.
I recycle and reread a series after a while. They are in depth and I miss some things in the beginning that mean a lot more once you read a second time.
After ASOIAF I've read Kingkiller Chronicles and The Stormlight Archive. I have really enjoyed both.
I recycle and reread a series after a while. They are in depth and I miss some things in the beginning that mean a lot more once you read a second time.
Posted on 9/26/17 at 2:59 pm to FalseProphet
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I kept coming back to The Wheel of Time series (mainly because they had the whole thing) but man that looks daunting for someone new to the genre.
It is an ok series but the author is highly overrated. It could be far shorter and much better. I actually think his wife wrote much of it. No way a man wrote some of the female characters and scenes.
Posted on 9/27/17 at 10:44 am to FalseProphet
for a newb
like others have suggested The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings
also Harry Potter
i'm not much help with sci-fi but have a friend that likes the new Star wars books. He also enjoyed the old ones
like others have suggested The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings
also Harry Potter
i'm not much help with sci-fi but have a friend that likes the new Star wars books. He also enjoyed the old ones
Posted on 10/3/17 at 12:55 pm to FalseProphet
As a transition from crime to fantasy I would recommend the Dresden Files. It is about a wizard/detective in Chicago.
Posted on 10/16/17 at 1:22 am to FalseProphet
Safehold series by Dave Weber.
Best series I've ever read.
Best series I've ever read.
Posted on 10/18/17 at 1:20 pm to FalseProphet
Definitely read The Gentleman Bastards series
Posted on 10/18/17 at 4:19 pm to FalseProphet
Illuminatus Trilogy by Robert Anton Wilson.
A little tough for the first 50 pages or so but once you "get it," it's hard to put down. Mindbending stuff. Written in the early 1970s and sometimes it shows. Seems politicalat first (and sometimes is) but goes into far deeper territory. Very based in the world of conspiracy theories: Illuminati, JFK Assassination, Ancient Atlantis, and more.
Not for everyone, but if it fits you, you'll thank me.
A little tough for the first 50 pages or so but once you "get it," it's hard to put down. Mindbending stuff. Written in the early 1970s and sometimes it shows. Seems politicalat first (and sometimes is) but goes into far deeper territory. Very based in the world of conspiracy theories: Illuminati, JFK Assassination, Ancient Atlantis, and more.
Not for everyone, but if it fits you, you'll thank me.
Posted on 10/21/17 at 9:58 pm to FalseProphet
Anything Joe Abercrombie or Guy Gavriel Kay.
Posted on 11/2/17 at 11:23 pm to FalseProphet
Dune
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