What are some popular adult medical fantasy stories?

Some great adult fantasy stories include 'American Gods' by Neil Gaiman. It weaves together modern and ancient mythologies in a very unique way. 'Good Omens' co - written by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett is a humorous take on the apocalypse in a fantasy world. And then there's 'The Dark Tower' series by Stephen King. It combines elements of western, horror, and fantasy, following the gunslinger Roland on his quest.

Some well - known fantasy adult stories include 'The Lord of the Rings'. While it may not have as overtly 'adult' content in the sense of being inappropriate, it has deep themes of war, sacrifice, and power that are more suitable for adult understanding. Then there is 'American Gods' by Neil Gaiman. It deals with gods and mythologies in a modern - day setting, exploring adult - themed concepts like mortality, faith, and the changing nature of belief in a very imaginative way. 'The Sandman' also by Gaiman is a great example, with its complex characters and exploration of dreams, nightmares, and the human psyche which is more accessible to adult readers.

One popular medical fantasy novel is 'The Emperor's Soul' by Brandon Sanderson. It involves a form of magical medical art where the main character can rewrite the history of objects, which has implications similar to medical healing in a very unique fantasy context.

One popular one is 'The King in Yellow' by Robert W. Chambers. It has elements of horror and fantasy that many adult readers find engaging. Another is some of the works by H. P. Lovecraft, which often blend the strange and the otherworldly in a fantasy - like setting.

A great adult fantasy short story is 'The Sandman' by E.T.A. Hoffmann. It features a rather strange and magical character of the Sandman. Angela Carter's 'The Bloody Chamber' also falls into this category, with its reimagining of classic fairy tales in a more adult and often darker context. Additionally, Ray Bradbury's 'Something Wicked This Way Comes' is a wonderful short story that combines elements of fantasy, horror, and the passage of time, set in a small town with a big mystery.

There are many young adult fantasy stories out there. 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' is a popular series. It has a mix of romance, magic, and adventure. 'Throne of Glass' is also a well - known young adult fantasy. It tells the story of an assassin in a fantasy world filled with political intrigue and magic. And don't forget 'The Giver', which presents a thought - provoking dystopian fantasy world.

One popular adult fantasy short story is 'The Last Unicorn' by Peter S. Beagle. It tells the story of a unicorn on a quest to find out what happened to the rest of her kind. Another is 'Gormenghast' by Mervyn Peake, which has a richly detailed and rather dark, fantastical setting. And 'The Paper Menagerie' by Ken Liu is also well - known, it beautifully combines elements of family, memory and magic in a short form.

One important element is the hero's journey. In adult fantasy, the protagonist usually has to go through a series of challenges and self - discovery. They might start as an ordinary person and then become a great hero or a powerful mage. The use of ancient prophecies is also widespread. These prophecies drive the plot forward as characters either try to fulfill them or prevent their fulfillment.

One popular adult fantasy romance story is 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' series by Sarah J. Maas. It combines elements of faerie lore, a strong female lead, and a passionate love story. Another is 'The Black Jewels' series by Anne Bishop. It has a complex world - building with a romantic sub - plot that involves powerful characters. And 'Graceling' by Kristin Cashore also has a touch of fantasy and a budding romance between the main characters.

The 'Mercy Thompson' series has elements of medical fantasy. Mercy is a mechanic who also has some special abilities related to the supernatural world, and there are aspects of healing and dealing with 'illnesses' in that realm. Another is 'The Iron Druid Chronicles' where the main character has knowledge of herbal remedies from both the human and the magical world, which is a form of medical fantasy.