Best 6 Fantasy Fiction Books of 2024 Reviewed

Explore the best fiction books fantasy lovers cherish, packed with thrilling tales, magic worlds, and unforgettable characters. Perfect escapes await!
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Welcome to our magical journey through the best fiction books fantasy has to offer. Our quest focuses on picking tales that sweep you off your feet with gripping stories, vivid worlds, and unforgettable characters. We want books that make us laugh, cry, and occasionally throw a soft object at the wall in frustration. In this post, we explore six enchanting tales that tick all the boxes, ensuring a legendary read for newcomers and seasoned fantasy lovers alike.

On this list:

6 The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1937
  • Pages: 310

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A charming read, this tale of Bilbo Baggins is a fun romp through Middle-earth. Expect dragons, quirky dwarves, and Gandalf being mysterious.

5 Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 2006
  • Pages: 541

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In a world of ash, Vin finds herself enmeshed in a revolution. Sanderson’s magic system is as cool as a cucumber.

4 American Gods by Neil Gaiman

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  • Genre: Fantasy, Mythology
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 2001
  • Pages: 465

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A wild ride through America with gods new and old. Shadow Moon’s tale is filled with interesting characters and a touch of darkness.

3 The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 2007
  • Pages: 662

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Kvothe recounts his life story with mystery, music, and magic. The writing flows as smoothly as Kvothe’s lute playing.

2 The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch

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  • Genre: Fantasy, Heist
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle, Audiobook
  • Year released: 2006
  • Pages: 499

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With daring and humor, Locke Lamora and his gang swindle their way through Camorr. A heist story that’s hard to put down.

1 A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin

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

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Ah, the book that started it all! In Westeros, everyone is plotting. This epic is full of political intrigue, betrayal, and dragons.

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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.

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