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The King Beyond the Gate
by David Gemmell
A warrior returns to his homeland to find it in turmoil, and must fight to restore order and protect his loved ones.
A century has passed since the heroic defence of Dros Delnoch. But the people of the Drenai face a new terror: a mad emperor kept in power by two forces of unsurpassed evil. The Joinings are ... (Goodreads)
Waylander
by David Gemmell
A warrior's quest for vengeance against a ruthless conqueror, with a legendary sword as the key.
The assassin Waylander is doomed to travel the world in search of revenge against those who killed his family. , After allying with a priest, a fellow assassin, a young woman and three children in ... (Wikipedia)
Lord of the Silver Bow
by David Gemmell
Epic adventure of a young Greek prince facing a war of mythic proportions.
He is a man of many names. Some call him the Golden One; others, the Lord of the Silver Bow. To the Dardanians, he is Prince Aeneas. But to his friends, he is Helikaon . Strong, fast, quick of mind, ... (Goodreads)
Where's My Cow?
by Terry Pratchett
A story of an adventurous young boy and his quest to find his lost cow.
At six o’clock every day, without fail, with no excuses, Sam Vimes must go home to read Where's My Cow? , with all the right farmyard noises, to his little boy. There are some things you have to do. ... (Goodreads)
The Truth
by Stephen Briggs
A man's quest to uncover secrets of his family's past, uncovering truths that will change his life.
William de Worde is the black sheep of an influential Ankh-Morpork family, scraping out a humble lifestyle as a common scribe and making extra pocket money by producing a gossipy newsletter for ... (Wikipedia)
The Way of Shadows
by Brent Weeks
A young orphan boy becomes an assassin's apprentice, navigating a dangerous world of politics and magic.
Azoth is an orphan who lives in the Warrens of Cenaria City. He and his two friends, Jarl and 'Doll Girl', are members of the Black Dragon Guild. They make their living stealing money to buy food and ... (Wikipedia)
The Winter King
by Bernard Cornwell
Epic saga of Arthurian legend, weaving together the tales of a warrior-king's rise to power.
The story is narrated by its main protagonist, Derfel Cadarn , an elderly monk who has converted to Christianity late in life after spending many years as a warrior in the service of Arthur , a ... (Wikipedia)
Making Money
by Terry Pratchett
A daring attempt to control gold and currency markets in an alternate world.
Moist von Lipwig is bored with his job as the Postmaster General of the Ankh-Morpork Post Office, which is running smoothly without any challenges, so the Patrician tries to persuade him to take over ... (Wikipedia)
Talon of the Silver Hawk
by Raymond E. Feist
A young warrior embarks on a quest to reclaim his birthright and restore justice to a kingdom in turmoil.
Evil has come to a distant land high among the snow-capped mountains of Midkemia, as an exterminating army wearing the colors of the Duke of Olasko razes village after village, slaughtering men, ... (Wikipedia)
Daughter of the Empire
by Raymond E. Feist
An epic fantasy story of a young woman's journey to reclaim her stolen throne.
At the age of 17, Mara's ceremonial pledge of servantship to the goddess Lashima is interrupted by the news that her father and brother have been killed in battle. Now Ruling Lady of the Acoma, Mara ... (Wikipedia)
Thief of Time
by Terry Pratchett
A humorous fantasy adventure to save time from being stolen.
The Auditors hire young clockmaker Jeremy Clockson to build a perfect glass clock, without telling him that this will stop time and thereby eliminate human unpredictability from the universe. Death ... (Wikipedia)
Guardians of the West
by David Eddings
The first book in the epic fantasy series "The Malloreon", following the journey of a group of heroes to save the world from an ancient evil.
Garion has slain the evil God Torak and been crowned King of Riva. The Prophecy was fulfilled—or so it seemed. While the strange child Errand was growing up in the Vale of Aldur with Polgara and ... (Goodreads)
Enchanters' End Game
by David Eddings
The final battle between good and evil, as Garion and his companions fight to save the world from destruction.
THE DRIVE OF PROPHECY The quest was over. The Orb of Aldur was restored. And once again, with the crowning of Garion, there was a descendant of Riva Iron-grip to rule as Overlord of the West. But the ... (Goodreads)
Knife of Dreams
by Robert Jordan
Epic fantasy adventure as a young man embarks on a quest to save the world from destruction.
This volume of, The Wheel of Time, depicts several distinct plots. Unusual Trolloc attacks, the dead walking, ripples in the fabric of the world and other events seem to indicate that the Last Battle ... (Wikipedia)
Small Favor
by Jim Butcher
A wizard detective uses magic to solve a dangerous supernatural mystery.
One year after the events in, White Night, , Dresden is confronted by Queen Mab calling in one of the favors owed her by Harry: that he be her "Emissary," and protect John Marcone. Despite repeated ... (Wikipedia)
Silverthorn
by Raymond E. Feist
Epic adventure of a young man with a mysterious past, uncovering secrets of a hidden kingdom.
A year after his brother Lyam's coronation as king, Arutha returns to his city as the new Prince of Krondor, to begin plans for his wedding. Jimmy the Hand , a young thief, foils an assassination ... (Wikipedia)
Here Be Dragons
by Sharon Kay Penman
Epic story of love, war and betrayal set against the backdrop of 13th century England.
Here Be Dragons is the first of Penman's trilogy about the medieval princes of Gwynedd and the monarchs of England. , England's King John uses his out-of-wedlock daughter Joanna as a negotiating tool ... (Wikipedia)
Crossroads of Twilight
by Robert Jordan
Epic fantasy adventure featuring a cast of characters fighting for control of a powerful magical artifact.
In the tenth book of The Wheel of Time from the New York Times #1 bestselling author Robert Jordan, the world and the characters stand at a crossroads, and the world approaches twilight, when the ... (Goodreads)
Interesting Times: The Play
by Stephen Briggs
A chaotic comedy of errors in a fantasy world of wizards, dragons, and politically-manipulated gods.
A new stage adaptation of one of Pratchett's best-selling novels,The Discworld's most inept wizard has been sent from Unseen University in Ankh-Morpork to the oppressive Agatean Empire to help some ... (Goodreads)
Enemy of God
by Bernard Cornwell
Historical fiction set in 5th century Britain, chronicling Arthur's quest to save his people.
Arthur's unexpected victory over the combined armies of Powys and Siluria at Lugg Vale has brought peace and unity to the British kingdoms. Both Gorfyddyd, King of Powys, and Gundleus, King of ... (Wikipedia)
Rivers of London
by Ben Aaronovitch
A rookie police constable is thrust into a world of magic and monsters that lurk beneath London.
The novel centres on the adventures of Peter Grant, a young officer in the Metropolitan Police ; who, following an unexpected encounter with a ghost, is recruited into the small branch of the Met ... (Wikipedia)
Skin Game
by Jim Butcher
A daring heist to steal from a powerful crime lord, with the fate of the city at stake.
Harry Dresden , still living on the island of Demonreach, is unable to reach his allies and plagued by increasing headaches. Queen Mab demands he undertake a job, but in return offers her aid with ... (Wikipedia)
The Shadow Rising
by Robert Jordan
Epic fantasy adventure as a group of heroes battle forces of evil to protect the world from destruction.
Rand al'Thor has just claimed the crystal sword Callandor to prove himself the Dragon Reborn . He is approached by Lanfear , who tells him of the Forsaken's plans. However, the fortress known as the ... (Wikipedia)
Blood Rites
by Jim Butcher
A thrilling urban fantasy adventure, pitting a wizard against a powerful cult.
For Harry Dresden, Chicago's only professional wizard, there have been worse assignments than going undercover on the set of an adult film. Dodging flaming monkey poo, for instance. Or going ... (Goodreads)
From Notting Hill with Love... Actually
by Ali McNamara
A young woman's life is turned upside down when she inherits a movie-themed bookstore in London. She embarks on a journey of self-discovery and romance.
She was just a girl, standing in front of a boy . . . wishing he looked more like Hugh Grant. Scarlett loves the movies. But does she love sensible fiancé David just as much? With a big white wedding ... (Goodreads)
The Revised Fundamentals of Caregiving
by Jonathan Evison
A man becomes a caregiver for a disabled teenager and embarks on a road trip, discovering the true meaning of life and friendship.
The book (and adapted film) follow a 39 year old man who has experienced personal tragedy and is currently climbing out of depression and grief. His estranged wife has been waiting for months for him ... (Wikipedia)
Until There Was You
by Kristan Higgins
A small-town girl returns home and falls for her high school crush, but he's engaged to her sister.
Posey Osterhagen can't complain. She owns a successful architectural salvaging company, she's surrounded by her lovable, if off-center, family and she has a boyfriend—sort of. Still, something's ... (Barnes & Noble)
Shadow Music
by Julie Garwood
A medieval romance between a Scottish laird and an English lady, with political intrigue and danger threatening their love.
For Princess Gabrielle of St. Biel, Scotland is a land of stunning vistas, wild chieftains, treacherous glens, and steep shadows–skullduggery, betrayal, and now murder. Prized for her exquisite ... (Goodreads)
Afterwards
by Rosamund Lupton
A mother investigates her daughter's death from beyond the grave, uncovering secrets and protecting her family.
There is a fire and they are in there. They are in there... Black smoke stains a summer blue sky. A school is on fire. And one mother, Grace, sees the smoke and rush. She knows her teenage daughter ... (Goodreads)
Among Thieves
by Douglas Hulick
Drothe, a thief, gets caught up in a power struggle between criminal factions in a world of swords and sorcery.
Drothe has been a member of the Kin for years, rubbing elbows with thieves and murderers in the employ of a crime lord while smuggling relics on the side. But when an ancient book falls into his ... (Goodreads)
