2025’s Best Fantasy Sagas: Top 6 Reviewed

Searching for the best fantasy saga? We recommend these epics that offer magic, adventure, and unforgettable characters.

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Discover the enchantment and wonder of the best fantasy saga books we’ve handpicked for you. Our magical journey takes us through enchanting worlds and unforgettable characters. We focus on captivating storytelling, compelling characters, and unique worlds. Whether you’re escaping a mundane Monday or seeking a thrilling adventure, these six sagas deliver. Brace yourself, the best fantasy saga awaits!

On this list:

6 The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1990
  • Pages: 800

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If you’re looking for a saga that never ends, check out The Wheel of Time. Our book club still argues about the characters, and the world-building is epic. However, it can feel like running a marathon—long and winding.

5 A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1996
  • Pages: 694

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Dragons, politics, and a touch of soap opera make this a read you can’t put down. But beware, characters drop like flies. The TV show fans will be shocked by book plot twists.

4 The Dark Tower by Stephen King

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  • Genre: Fantasy, Western, Horror
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1982
  • Pages: 288

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Stephen King mixes fantasy, western, and horror in The Dark Tower. One book made us confused, but it’s worth the ride for King’s fanboys and fangirls. We ended up making a drinking game out of it.

3 The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson

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  • Genre: Epic Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2010
  • Pages: 1007

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This saga is a newer entry but already a classic. The magic system is unique and the characters are intensely relatable. We couldn’t stop talking about the plot twists and turns.

2 Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling

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  • Genre: Fantasy, Young Adult
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1997
  • Pages: 309

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Even my grandma knows about Harry Potter! This saga captured our childhood, but the later dark tones make it great for adults, too. Just steer clear of Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans.

1 The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1954
  • Pages: 1178

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The Lord of the Rings is the ultimate fantasy saga with adventure, friendship, and heroism. We’ve reenacted scenes at parties (not in costume…yet). It’s a masterpiece because of its epic scale, rich lore, and theme of hope overcoming darkness.

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Steve Peterson

Hi there! I'm Steve Peterson, a passionate reading enthusiast who loves nothing more than getting lost in a good book. My love for literature spans across genres, from thrilling mysteries and gripping fantasy to thought-provoking non-fiction.

I hope my reviews help you find the perfect next book to dive into!