100 best fantasy books

Well, 'The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue' can also be considered. Although it's not strictly pure fantasy, it has elements of magic as the main character makes a deal with a devil - like entity and lives for centuries, seeing the world change in many ways. It was quite popular in 2020.

One of the best books in fantasy fiction is 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien. It has a richly detailed world, complex characters, and an epic adventure. Another great one is 'A Song of Ice and Fire' by George R.R. Martin, known for its political intrigue and diverse characters. 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling is also a top choice, with its magical world and themes of friendship and good vs. evil.

The 'Gideon the Ninth' series by Tamsyn Muir is also excellent. It has a complex and unique world filled with necromancers. There are lesbian relationships that are beautifully written among the main characters. It's a dark and action - packed fantasy series that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

A great one is 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. It follows the journey of Harry Potter in the wizarding world. It has elements of magic, friendship, and the fight against the dark wizard Voldemort. The Hogwarts School setting is really interesting.

The 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien is an all - time classic. It has a vast and detailed world full of different races like hobbits, elves, dwarves, and humans. The story of the Fellowship's journey to destroy the One Ring is filled with adventure, sacrifice, and heroism, and Tolkien's beautiful prose makes it even more captivating.

A new and exciting fantasy book is 'Frostfire Kingdom' which has just been released this year. It's about a young hero who has to navigate a frozen and dangerous kingdom filled with magical creatures. The plot is fast - paced and full of action.

Well, 'Spinning Silver' by Naomi Novik was quite popular in 2018. It's a retelling of the Rumpelstiltskin fairy tale but with a much more complex and fantastical world - building. And then there's 'Vengeful' by V.E. Schwab, a sequel to 'Vicious' that continues to explore the concept of super - powered individuals in a dark and imaginative setting.

Well, 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien is a classic among the best fantasy fiction books. It's a shorter adventure story that sets the stage for 'The Lord of the Rings'. 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss is also a favorite. It tells the story of a young man's journey to become a powerful magician. And don't forget about 'The Dark Tower' series by Stephen King. It blends elements of fantasy, western, and horror in a very unique way.

The 'His Dark Materials' trilogy by Philip Pullman is among the top fantasy books. It has a unique concept of daemons which are manifestations of a person's soul in animal form. The story is full of adventure and challenges the ideas of authority and religion. Then there's 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis. This series transports readers to the magical land of Narnia, where animals can talk and there are epic battles between good and evil. It has a strong Christian allegory but is also a great fantasy read in its own right. 'The Earthsea Cycle' by Ursula K. Le Guin is also a wonderful choice. It focuses on a world of islands and magic, and the coming - of - age story of its main character Ged.

In 2017, 'The Bear and the Nightingale' by Katherine Arden was also quite popular. It's a story that weaves Russian folklore into a fantasy narrative. The vivid descriptions of the cold Russian landscape and the magical elements make it a great read. And 'Tower of Dawn' by Sarah J. Maas is another one, which delved deeper into the world and characters of her Throne of Glass series.