Top 15 Best Fantasy Novels Ever Reviewed in 2025
The Lord of the Rings stands tall as the best fantasy novel ever with its epic adventures and unforgettable characters.
Welcome to our whimsical journey through the 15 best ‘best fantasy novel ever’ based books! Picking these tales wasn’t as simple as a roll of the dice. We focused on spellbinding stories, unforgettable characters, and how these narratives whisked us away to other worlds. From dragons and wizards to epic battles and strange lands, each pick promises to make your imagination soar. So, grab your favorite reading spot and get ready to discover what makes each one a contender for the best fantasy novel ever!
On this list:
15 The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
A classic, beloved by many, and a great start for anyone new to fantasy.
14 Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
The book that got a whole generation hooked on magic. It’s like Hogwarts is an awesome holiday destination!
13 The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
Kvothe, the most epic redhead to grace the fantasy world. It’s got music, magic, and mayhem.
12 American Gods by Neil Gaiman
Where new gods and old gods face-off in America. It’s super weird and super cool!
11 A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin
Winter isn’t the only thing coming! This one’s got dragons, politics, and more plot twists than a twisty straw.
10 Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson
Sanderson is like the Willy Wonka of world-building, and this series is his chocolate factory. Yum!
9 The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson
Another Sanderson masterpiece with a rich world and characters you’ll want to grab coffee with.
8 The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
A book about a lovable rogue and his band of misfits. Think of Ocean’s Eleven set in Venice!
7 Eragon by Christopher Paolini
Dragons and adventure, written by a teenager! We’re as amazed as you are. A great start to an epic journey.
6 The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis
The wardrobe you’re not supposed to open. But when you do, you won’t want to close it again!
5 The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan
Welcome to a world with detailed magic and a saga as long as a TV series marathon.
4 Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman
A tale of an underground London that will make you want to check every manhole cover.
3 Stardust by Neil Gaiman
A fairy tale for adults that will have you wishing upon a star for a world as rich as this.
2 Good Omens by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett
The end of the world never seemed so hilarious. It’s like an apocalypse with a side of fries.
