From grim sci-fi worlds of gritty war and betrayal to light-hearted stories of romance, adventure, and magic, the best fantasy novels have it all. The fantasy genre is the one to listen to for a little escapism and a lot of enjoyment, and it’s one that is constantly updated with new names, new voices, and new stories to explore.
Discover your new favourite fantasy series or your new favourite narrator with these 10 incredible must read series. Lovers of classics and top titles like The Lord of the Rings, American Gods, or George R.R. Martin's epic series will be just as enthralled with these fantasy-filled fairy tale adventures. Simply close your eyes, hit play, and let your imagination do the rest.
The City of Brass
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The Daevabad Trilogy by S.A. Chakraborty is one of the newest series in the world of urban fantasy fiction, and one of the most talked about. Its incredible world-building is inspired by a magical Middle Eastern setting and paired with classic high fantasy elements, giving it both a point of difference from standard fantasy titles, and a cozy, familiar feel of magic, royal courts, and a cunning heroine you can’t help but root for. In this case, it’s Nahri, a successful conwoman working on the streets of Cairo, who knows better than anyone that magic is nothing but clever sleight of hand and parlour tricks. That’s why it’s such a surprise when she accidentally summons a dijinn warrior, who is bound to the legendary City of Brass, Daevabad. The pair begin an epic adventure filled with magic, court politics, princes, corruption, and a potential all-out war. This spectacular series is narrated by the celebrated Soneela Nankani, and will whisk you away to a mysterious Middle Eastern fantasy world where Nahri’s tricks will be tested like never before.
Gardens of the Moon
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Malazan Book of the Fallen is one of the most beloved series for fantasy fans, and is known for its grim-dark overtones and strong military focus. The first installment was released in 1999, and by the time the final title was released just over a decade later, writer Steven Erikson had cemented himself as one of the most popular fantasy novelists of our time.
The series follows the armies of the Malazan Empire, which has been torn apart by years of warfare and bloodshed. There are gods and dragons, assassins and sorcerers, heroes rising from the ashes, and all the classic markings of an epic high fantasy that promises hundreds of hours of addictive listening from accomplished actor and narrator Ralph Lister. Complex and dense, this gritty world is perfect for serious fantasy fans who are looking for their next great adventure.
