One good new fantasy fiction is 'The City We Became' by N.K. Jemisin. It's a very creative take on urban fantasy, with cities having their own personalities. Another is 'Middlegame' by Seanan McGuire which has a unique magic system and an engaging plot about twins. And 'The Priory of the Orange Tree' by Samantha Shannon is also great. It has a richly detailed world, strong female characters, and a complex political and magical story.
Some good new fantasy fiction includes 'Gideon the Ninth' by Tamsyn Muir. It's a really interesting blend of dark humor, necromancy, and a unique setting. Then there's 'Black Leopard, Red Wolf' by Marlon James. This book offers a vivid and somewhat brutal take on African-inspired fantasy, with a complex mystery at its core. Also, 'The Starless Sea' by Erin Morgenstern is a beautiful, dreamy fantasy with a story full of mystery and magic.
One great new YA fantasy fiction is 'Six of Crows' by Leigh Bardugo. It has a great cast of characters and a complex heist plot set in a richly imagined world. Another is 'An Ember in the Ashes' by Sabaa Tahir, which combines elements of Roman - like society and magic. 'Throne of Glass' by Sarah J. Maas is also popular, with a strong female lead and a world full of magic and political intrigue.
One great new science fiction fantasy book is 'The City We Became' by N.K. Jemisin. It combines elements of urban fantasy and science fiction in a really unique way. Another is 'A Memory Called Empire' by Arkady Martine, which has a richly developed alien culture and political intrigue. And 'Gideon the Ninth' by Tamsyn Muir is also popular, with its necromantic themes and engaging characters.
One great new science fiction book is 'The Expanse' series by James S.A. Corey. It has a richly detailed universe, with complex characters and exciting space adventures. Another is 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir. It takes you on a thrilling journey through space with a unique and engaging story. And for fantasy, 'The House in the Cerulean Sea' by TJ Klune is a wonderful new read, with a heartwarming story set in a magical world.
Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders is another remarkable 2017 fiction. It has a very unique narrative structure, with a chorus of voices from the dead in a graveyard. It's a blend of historical fiction and something more otherworldly, exploring themes of grief, love, and the afterlife.
For beginners, 'Ready Player One' by Ernest Cline is a great choice. It's set in a virtual reality world and is full of 80s pop - culture references that are really fun. Another is 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien. Although it was written a while ago, it's a classic that is easy to get into and has elements of both fantasy and adventure.
Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders is also from 2017. It's a very unique work that blends historical facts about Abraham Lincoln with fictional elements set in the Bardo, a sort of in - between state. The narrative is complex and experimental, with multiple voices contributing to the story.
One great 2020 new fiction book is 'The Mirror & the Light' by Hilary Mantel. It's the final part of her Cromwell trilogy and offers a rich and detailed look at the Tudor court. Another is 'Transcendent Kingdom' by Yaa Gyasi, which delves deep into themes of family, science, and faith. And 'Leave the World Behind' by Rumaan Alam presents a gripping and thought - provoking story about two families in a strange and uncertain situation.
One great new fiction book is 'The Midnight Library' by Matt Haig. It's a thought - provoking story about a woman who gets to experience different lives in a magical library. Another is 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens, which combines a murder mystery with a beautiful coming - of - age tale set in the marshlands. Also, 'Normal People' by Sally Rooney is a well - written exploration of the relationship between two young people, with very real and relatable characters.
One of the great 2019 new science fiction fantasy books is 'The Starless Sea' by Erin Morgenstern. It has a very unique and immersive world - building, full of mystery and magic. Another one could be 'The City in the Middle of the Night' by Charlie Jane Anders. It presents an interesting and complex alien world with different cultures and power dynamics. There's also 'Middlegame' by Seanan McGuire which is known for its creative plot and engaging characters.
Some new fantasy books could be 'The City of Brass' series. It's set in a richly detailed Middle - Eastern inspired world filled with magic and political intrigue. For science fiction, 'The Expanse' series is quite new and popular. It has a great blend of space exploration, political drama, and character - driven stories.