Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews — I need more adult fiction and urban fantasy to my reading lists these days, and the Kate Daniels series promises both. I'm always in the mood for books featuring kick-ass heroines and I do like reading longer series (every once in a while).
Seven Realms series by Cinda Williams Chima — A YA high fantasy! I'll always and forever want to read those types of books. I like the idea of the two protagonists being from very different areas of life (a thief and a princess!), plus I've read so many positive reviews.
The Chemical Garden series by Lauren DeStefano — I am fairly intrigued by this plot, the covers are gorgeous, and the series is now complete. Ratings have been all over the map on this, so I'm curious to see where I'll fall.
Dreamblood series by N.K. Jemisin — Although I've only read one book so far by Jemisin (The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms), I really enjoyed it. I'd like to finish the Inheritance trilogy at some point, but I also really want to give her Dreamblood duology a go, since it's for an adult audience and only features two books.
Ruby Oliver series by E. Lockhart — I've heard amazing things about E. Lockhart's books, especially the Ruby Oliver ones. They've been compared to the Jessica Darling series (which I'm in the middle of and loving so far). And apparently Lockhart's books are pretty feminist. Sounds good to me.
Chaos Walking trilogy by Patrick Ness — I have heard nothing but praise for Ness' works. I came close to checking The Knife of Never Letting Go out from my library a few times. Then it was the Kindle daily deal. I am sure I'll love this series, so I just need to get started on it!
Fairytale Retellings series by Jackson Pearce — I love fairy tales. I love retellings. This sounds like a perfect match for me. Even better, from what I've read in reviews and promotional blurbs, these stories seem to be more companion novels than a full-out series.
Under the Never Sky series by Veronica Rossi — I want to see what all the hype is about these books. I haven't read many dystopians recently, but it sounds like this series might help revive my love for this genre. I'll hope for that.
The Kingkiller Chronicle by Patrick Rothfuss — This sounds like the kind of series I would have devoured a few years ago. I love my series to be long, complex, and high fantasy. Unfortunately I haven't read as many huge novels in the past year or so, but reading this series would be a step in the right direction!
Fairyland series by Catherynne M. Valente — I bought these as a Christmas gift for my little sister after reading so many positive reviews (but who am I kidding, I totally expected to eventually borrow them from her). I am not keen on reading many Middle Grade novels, but I'll make the exception for this series.
Have you read any of these series? Any I should move to the top of my TBR list? Let me know what series you want to start reading!
I really loved Under the Never Sky!!! And I want to read Sisters Red too. I didn't know that was a series.
ReplyDeleteI have heard good things about it. And yes, apparently Sisters Red has a few companion novels. I love companion novels, so I really want to try that out. Thanks for stopping by!
Deletei LOVE the name of the wind. as in, it's in my top 3 of books i will ALWAYS recommend to people. It's amazing. yeah, it's a large book. but it moves so fast you can't even tell you're blowing through so many pages. read it now, it's that good.
ReplyDeleteAnd Sister's Red? I have that too, need to read it...
Yay that's great to hear! I can't wait to start The Name of the Wind. Thanks for the encouragement. :)
DeleteI've seen The Chaos Trilogy on lots of lists today. It's a great series and I totally recommend it. The narration takes a little getting used to, but stick to it because the books really are awesome!
ReplyDeleteGlad to have found you via TTT :)
That's what I've heard. I'm fine with an unconventional narration style if it serves a purpose, which is what I've heard of this series so I hope I can start it soon. And thanks! Can't wait to check out your TTT list.
DeleteI've seen The Chaos Trilogy on lots of lists today. It's a great series and I totally recommend it. The narration takes a little getting used to, but stick to it because the books really are awesome!
ReplyDeleteGlad to have found you via TTT :)
Ruby Oliver made my list too! I've started (but not completed) the Chemical Garden series, the Chaos Walking series and Under the Never Sky series and love them all. And I really want to read The Kingkiller Chronicles and The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms too! Great list, Amanda!
ReplyDeleteI think just as there are many series we all want to start, there are even more we started and haven't finished. Just too many series! Glad you've liked all of those so far, though! Thanks, Heather!
DeleteKate Daniels, Ruby Oliver, and Under the Never Sky are some of my favorites! I myself need to start The Kingkiller Chronicles, Fairyland Series, Chaos Walking Trilogy, and the Dreamblood Series. I've heard great things about all of them, so hopefully I'll find time to read them! :)
ReplyDeleteYay! It makes me happy so many people are telling me they like these series - it'll give me motivation to finally start checking them out. :)
DeleteWhy don't I know more about the Seven Realms series? I keep seeing it on peoples' lists today. Will certainly be investigating. LOVE Under The Never Sky and I'm nearly done with Chaos Walking and it's intense but fantastic. Kate Daniels, Chemical Garden and Kingkiller also made my list. Happy reading, Amanda!
ReplyDeleteI think because the last book was just published and it's at least four books? I honestly don't know much about the Seven Realms series either, but I know that it'll make this YA fantasy fan happy. :) You should definitely look into it too! Thanks, Lauren!
DeleteOkay, YES. You have some great series on your list that you must try and read this year! Kate Daniels, Ruby Oliver, and the Kingkiller Chronicles are three sets of my favorite books OF ALL TIME.
ReplyDeleteSeriously those seem to be the ones that everyone is pointing out. I guess I need to take the hint and make sure I read these ASAP. These are some series I definitely do want to invest my time in. :)
DeleteWither was amazing! I only hope the rest of the series is as good. And I really want to read the Seven Realms series as well. We need to get on that asap. Plus, Chaos Walking! Love it! Great picks!
ReplyDeleteThanks! :) I definitely want to at least start most of these series soon, though I'm sure it'll be a while before I finish them all. But Seven Realms soon! Yes!
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