Dead Until Dark (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 1)382 reviews Charlaine Harris Ace Books, 2001 Absolutely have to read! + btme2 + Immediately Addicted + Page turning             The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time, Book 1)1698 reviews Robert Jordan Tor Fantasy, 1990 Tremendous start to epic fantasy series + These book are long, but like all great books, they aren't long enough. + The first epic fantasy that I grew up on + New Fantasy Fan             Sabriel (adult) (The Abhorsen Trilogy)546 reviews Garth Nix Eos, 2004 Truly Unforgettable Characters + Mediocre writing, but an engaging plot, strong protagonist, and unique setting make up for it. Recommended + Strong and interesting characters + A Must Read! + One of the best books I've ever read. Ever.             Daughter of the Blood (Black Jewels, Book 1)243 reviews Anne Bishop Roc Trade, 2007 May the Darkness Be Merciful + Great book! + Mesmerizing high fantasy This was my fourth reading of Anne Bishop's first novel of the Jewels Trilogy, and it gets better with every go around. There aren't enough words to express the masterpiece Ms. Bishop has created. It centers around a powerful world filled with twisted darkness and a shining, and sometimes ...             Transformation (Rai Kirah)81 reviews Carol Berg Roc, 2000 A slave's dilemma + Intelligent plot and realistic characters are muddied by slow pacing and unbelievable plot points. Moderately recommended + You should be reading the book, not my review + Fast paced start to the Trilogy             Melusine55 reviews Sarah Monette Ace, 2006 A creative and unique story... + Excellent start to the series + Loved it! The main story is about two men, Felix Harrowgate, and Mildmay the Fox. Both had a similar childhood, but each attained a different place in the fictional world of Melusine. Felix is a Cabaline Wizard, who lives at the palace of Mirador in splendor, and is involved in the court of Lord Stephen. ...             Kushiel's Dart318 reviews Jacqueline Carey Tor Fantasy, 2002 Gets under your skin + I love, love, love, love, love this series! + Can't put it down + What a masterpiece!             Wit'ch Fire (The Banned and the Banished, Book 1)95 reviews James Clemens Del Rey, 1999 The BEST Series Ever!!! + Not a big fantasy reader. + Good Read + Enthralling             A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, Book 1)1512 reviews George R.R. Martin Spectra, 2002 Absolutely among the best I've read. Edgy stage-setting adventure creates an intriguingly cruel world + Brilliant start of a great series + A great start to a great series This book was recommended by a friend. I have since recommended it (and the series) to anyone with a bend for fantasy, fiction, political scheming, and/or adventure. Buy it, read it, then spread it. You will not be disappointed...unless of course adult themes and content offend you.             The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings, Part 1)837 reviews J.R.R. Tolkien Houghton Mifflin, 2002 I don't care what anyone else says about it, this is an excellent adaptation. + Original fantasy + A wonderful addition to a Tolkien collection + classic             Kushiel's Scion (Kushiel's Legacy)57 reviews Jacqueline Carey Grand Central Publishing, 2007 A new life, a new chapter + Kushiel's Justice lives up to it's Author's reputation + A marvelous book...except for the last third This first in a trilogy of novels follows Prince Imriel de la Courcel, Ysandre's nephew by the exiled criminal Melisande de Shahirizai. It is narrated by Imriel himself rather than Phedre, in a turn that takes a reader of the saga a bit to get used to. Carey pulls it off, however, and manages to ...             A Kiss of Shadows (Meredith Gentry, Book 1)306 reviews Laurell K. Hamilton Ballantine Books, 2005 Super series for the paranormal romantic + Great + One of my fav books in my whole collection! + Excellent!             Brightly Burning121 reviews Mercedes Lackey DAW, 2001 One of my all-time favorite books + Thoroughly enjoyable This just seems to be one of those books that people either really hate or really love. I, as you can tell, fall in the latter- this was the first book of Misty's that I found, and it completely captivated me. I'm in the middle of re-reading it for the 2nd or 3rd time, and it still amazes me. I ...             The Hobbit1630 reviews J.R.R. Tolkien Houghton Mifflin, 2002 UNabr CD read by Rob Inglis is EXCELLENT!!! + Excellent book + Really Good MUST READ + The Lord of the Rings + Definitely There and Back Again             King's Dragon (Crown of Stars, Vol. 1)90 reviews Kate Elliott DAW, 1998 An Epic tale that will surely please + A fine start with some flaws I haven't finished the series yet but so far I have loved all the books up to book four. That is where I left off and have just ordered the remainder of the seven book series. King's Dragon is a rich tale with great characters. I would recommend this series highly. I have read and reread the first ...             Dragon Wing (The Death Gate Cycle, Book 1)126 reviews Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman Spectra, 1990 It Gave Me My User Name + Dragon Wing takes flight + Warning - Addicting I love this book. The entire series climbs into the top ten of my ultimate favorite books. (Which is really hard to do by the way. I read a ton!) I read this in the eighth grade (I was always a really good reader) and I love it to peices still. Whenever I want something to re-read, this is the one ...             Magic's Pawn (The Last Herald-Mage Series, Book 1)214 reviews Mercedes Lackey DAW, 1989 Great Series... + Wish I'd read it when I was a kid... + A Pawn or An Active Player? This novel as well as the other two that follow Magic's Pawn is amazing. I have not gotten so attached to a character in a very, very long time. This book was loaned out to me because I was looking for a good fantasy read. Well I found one. I really do feel for Vanyel and actually shared his ups ...             Twilight (The Twilight Saga, Book 1)2795 reviews Stephenie Meyer Little, Brown Young Readers, 2006 Hook, line and sinker! + most awesome book ever I'm sitting at my desk at work rocking back and forth in my chair, partly because of a caffeine buzz, but mostly because of the anticipation I feel about the Twilight movie coming out this Friday. I'm 32 years old and I'm not ashamed to admit that I'm absolutely in love with the entire series. ...             The Magicians' Guild (The Black Magician Trilogy, Book 1)80 reviews Trudi Canavan Eos, 2004 Good read + Ideal for the younger readers, although the old ones can appreciate it too This is a well written beginning to a new world for Canavan. It's definately not high fantasy, but it's a good read for someone looking for an escape, or for younger fantasy readers. The plot and characters are strong, if somewhat predictable. This is a nice read from a new series. It gets a ...             Dealing with Dragons: The Enchanted Forest Chronicles, Book One301 reviews Patricia C. Wrede Magic Carpet Books, 2002 One of my favorites + Well-written, Unique YA Fantasy World + Delightful + Childhood favorite