Can you recommend some good dark high fantasy novels?

One great 'dark gothic high fantasy novel' is 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. It has all the elements of gothic horror with the dark, brooding atmosphere of Transylvania and the menacing figure of Dracula. Another is 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. It combines medieval mystery, complex characters, and a dark, cloistered setting. Also, 'Gormenghast' by Mervyn Peake is a brilliant example, with its decaying castle, strange rituals, and complex family dynamics.

Some good dark fantasy novels are 'Mistborn' by Brandon Sanderson. The magic system in this series is very unique and the story is full of twists and turns. 'The Kingkiller Chronicle' is another one. The main character, Kvothe, has a very engaging story filled with his adventures at a magic school and in the wider world. 'Annihilation' by Jeff VanderMeer is also a dark and strange fantasy novel, with a very eerie setting and a sense of mystery throughout.

Sure. 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien is a classic. It has a richly detailed world filled with different races like hobbits, elves, and dwarves. The story of the Fellowship's journey to destroy the One Ring is epic. Another one is 'A Song of Ice and Fire' by George R.R. Martin. It has complex characters and political intrigue in a medieval - like fantasy world. The story is full of twists and turns.

One great dark fantasy rapr novel is 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss. It has elements of a dark, mysterious world filled with magic and complex characters. The main character's journey is full of hardships and self - discovery, which is typical in dark fantasy. Another is 'A Game of Thrones' by George R. R. Martin. It has a complex web of politics, power struggles, and dark magic, set in a vividly described fantasy world.

One great dark romance fantasy novel is 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas. It combines elements of dark faerie lore with a complex romance. Another is 'Cruel Prince' by Holly Black, which has a dark and alluring world filled with political intrigue and a slow - burning romance. Also, 'Shadow and Bone' by Leigh Bardugo has a touch of dark romance within its richly imagined fantasy world.

One excellent dark medieval fantasy novel is 'The First Law' trilogy by Joe Abercrombie. It shows a world full of violence, politics, and complex characters in a medieval - ish setting. It doesn't shy away from showing the darker side of human nature. Another good one is 'Gardens of the Moon' by Steven Erikson. It's set in a vast and complex world with a lot of magic and a medieval - like power structure. And 'The Painted Man' by Peter V. Brett has a great blend of dark elements, like demons, and a medieval - inspired world where people fight for survival.

The First Law trilogy by Joe Abercrombie. It has a lot of political intrigue, morally ambiguous characters, and a dark, gritty world. Another one is A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin. There are complex power struggles, secrets, and a touch of the supernatural in it.

Sure. 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World' can be considered in this category. The main character Subaru experiences a great deal of pain, death, and despair in a fantasy world filled with magic and danger. The story has a dark undertone as he tries to find a way to break free from the cycle of death and save the people he cares about. 'The Rising of the Shield Hero' also has dark fantasy elements. The protagonist is wrongly accused and has to face a lot of hardships and discrimination in a world that seems against him at first, while also dealing with various dark magical threats.

Well, 'The Exorcist' by William Peter Blatty is a well - known dark fantasy horror novel. It tells the story of a young girl possessed by a demon. 'Pet Sematary' by Stephen King is another. It deals with the dark and often - fatal consequences of bringing the dead back to life. Also, 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde has elements of horror and dark fantasy as we see the corruption of Dorian's soul reflected in the portrait while he remains seemingly unchanged on the outside.

Sure. 'Overlord' is a great one. It features an overpowered protagonist in a dark fantasy world filled with various races and magic. Another is 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World'. The main character has to face many dark and difficult situations as he tries to survive in a strange new world. And 'Grimgar of Fantasy and Ash' which presents a more gritty and realistically dark take on the fantasy genre.