best fantasy adventure novels

One of the best is 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien. It takes readers on an epic journey through Middle - earth, filled with hobbits, elves, dwarves, and powerful wizards. The story is rich in detail, with a great battle between good and evil.

Another one could be 'Uprooted' by Naomi Novik. It has a unique blend of Slavic folklore and a coming - of - age adventure. The main character, Agnieszka, is taken from her village by a powerful wizard known as the Dragon. She has to learn magic and face various dark forces in the enchanted forest that surrounds the wizard's tower.

One of the best is 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien. It takes readers on an epic journey through Middle - earth, filled with battles, magic, and a diverse cast of characters like Frodo, Gandalf, and Aragorn. Another great one is 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. It follows Harry's adventures at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, facing dark wizards and solving mysteries. 'A Song of Ice and Fire' by George R.R. Martin is also a top pick. It has complex political intrigue, a large - scale world, and many characters with their own quests in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos.

Some of the best selling adventure fantasy novels include 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien. It takes readers on an epic journey through Middle - earth with Frodo and his companions. Another is 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. Harry's adventures at Hogwarts, fighting against Voldemort are full of magic and excitement.

Another great one is 'Sandman' by Neil Gaiman. It's a complex and dark fantasy adventure. The art varies across different issues but is always top - notch, and the story delves deep into the world of dreams and nightmares, with a wide array of characters from different mythologies.

I think 'The Spiderwick Chronicles' could be a good choice for beginners. It has simple yet engaging stories with magical creatures and some small - scale adventures. 'The Enchanted Forest Chronicles' by Patricia C. Wrede is also suitable. It has a female protagonist who has adventures in a magical forest and there are some sword - like weapons involved. 'The Prydain Chronicles' by Lloyd Alexander is a bit more complex but still beginner - friendly, with magic, adventure, and sword - fighting in a mythical land.

Well, 'The Sword of Shannara' is a classic in this genre. It follows the adventures of a young hero who wields a magical sword. Then there's 'Mistborn' by Brandon Sanderson. In this series, there are Allomancers who can use magic in different ways and there are plenty of sword - related action scenes. 'The Kingkiller Chronicle' by Patrick Rothfuss is also a great one. The main character is a skilled swordsman and a powerful magician, and his story is full of mystery and adventure.

Some of the best new fantasy adventure novels include 'The Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss. It tells the story of Kvothe, a legendary figure, in a beautifully crafted world. 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' by Scott Lynch is also wonderful. It's about a group of thieves in a vividly imagined city. And 'The Golem and the Jinni' by Helene Wecker, which combines Jewish and Arabian folklore in a unique and exciting adventure set in New York City.

'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World' is a top pick. The main character, Subaru, has the ability to return by death, which adds a unique twist to the typical fantasy adventure. His journey to save the people he cares about in a strange world full of magic and danger is filled with emotional depth and exciting plot twists.

One of the best is 'Sword Art Online'. It takes readers into a virtual world full of dangerous adventures and epic battles. The characters are well - developed, and the story has a great mix of action, romance, and mystery.