Can you recommend some mature dark fantasy novels?

A good option is 'Boogiepop Phantom'. It's quite dark and mature as it deals with themes like death, identity, and the unknown. The story is told in a fragmented way that adds to the mystery and overall mood. Also, 'The Twelve Kingdoms' has some darker elements in its exploration of power, politics, and the struggle for survival in a fantastical world.

One great fantasy mature novel is 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series by George R. R. Martin. It has a vast and complex world filled with political intrigue, diverse characters, and a richly detailed magic system that is more in the background. Another is 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss. It tells the story of Kvothe, a very complex character with a mysterious past, and the world - building is superb.

One popular mature fantasy romance novel is 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas. It has a great blend of fantasy elements like faeries and magic, along with a steamy romance between the main characters. Another is 'The Black Jewels Trilogy' by Anne Bishop. It features a complex world - building and intense relationships. And 'Guild Hunter' series by Nalini Singh also has elements of mature fantasy romance with angels and vampires in a unique urban fantasy setting.

One great one is 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss. It has a richly detailed world, complex characters, and a captivating story. The main character, Kvothe, is a multi - faceted hero with a mysterious past that unfolds as the story progresses.

I recommend the following fantasy novels to you: [The Dark Empress of the Other World: The protagonist is reborn as Ice Archer Ai Xi and enters the world of League of Legends. Dark style, single protagonist.] The Arbiter of Blood: A story about a vampire protagonist with a mysterious background and a heavy fate. It was against the Blood Clan, the Church, and the Werewolves. Mysterious groups from all over the world were on par with each other. It was an absolutely different vampire story. "My Doomsday Women's Legion": The main character is the strongest man in the apocalypse. He can do whatever he wants. It's a science fiction apocalypse crisis novel. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗

😋I recommend the following novels to you: 1. "Doomsday Summoning Frenzy": This is a science fiction novel about doomsday crisis. Humans are plunged into darkness and can only survive by constantly killing. Watch the protagonist fight for survival in this world, looking for a tiny bit of light and hope. 2. "Magic Tower Paradise": This is a dark novel in the game world. The protagonist accidentally enters the Magic Tower Paradise and becomes a dark chef, driving the development of the story. Let's see how the protagonist survives and fits into the darkness. 3. "An Infinite Journey Starting from the Demon Hunter": This was a dark novel with infinite worlds. The protagonist traveled through different nightmare worlds to carry out missions and experience various challenges and battles. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗

One characteristic is complex characters. They are often morally ambiguous, not simply good or bad. For example, in 'A Song of Ice and Fire', characters like Jaime Lannister start off as seeming villains but as the story progresses, you see their depth and the reasons behind their actions. Another is a dark and often gritty setting. These novels usually take place in worlds that are full of danger, whether it's from war, like in 'The First Law' trilogy, or from supernatural threats. Also, mature themes are common, such as power, corruption, and the nature of evil. They don't shy away from showing the darker side of human nature and society.

Sure. 'Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell' is a great one. It's set in an alternate England where magic is real but has been long forgotten. It has a very Victorian - era feel to it. Another top dark fantasy is 'The Night Circus' by Erin Morgenstern. The circus is a magical and mysterious place that exists only at night, full of dark secrets. And 'Uprooted' by Naomi Novik is also a wonderful read, with a dark and enchanting forest at its core.

Definitely. 'The Once and Future King' by T.H. White is a classic dark fantasy. It reimagines the Arthurian legend with a darker and more complex view. 'The Broken Empire' trilogy by Mark Lawrence is also excellent. It follows Jorg Ancrath, a ruthless anti - hero in a post - apocalyptic dark fantasy world. 'Red Rising' by Pierce Brown can also be considered a dark fantasy. It's set in a future where society is divided into a strict caste system and there are many dark and violent elements in the story.

Another one is 'The Grisha Trilogy' by Leigh Bardugo. It's set in a world with unique magic systems. The Darkling is a very interesting and somewhat dark character. The story follows Alina Starkov as she discovers her powers and gets involved in a world full of political intrigue and dark magic.