Interested in giving the Science Fiction/Fantasy genre a try, but not sure where to start? Here are some great reads that are a good place to start for those looking to give it a shot.
Dune - Frank Herbert
Given up for dead, Paul Atreides, the son of a betrayed duke, is left to survive a treacherous desert planet and is adopted by its fierce, nomadic people who help him unravel his most unexpected destiny.
Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell - Susanna ClarkeA historical fantasy set in 19th century England during the Napoleonic Wars that tells the tale of two magicians,who are very much opposites, and become student and teacher. The emergence of the two and their powers will change history.
Ender's Game - Orson Scott Card
Born into a society where the government genetically engineers child soldiers and geniuses, the particularly talented and intelligent six year old Andrew "Ender" Wiggin, must fight a desperate battle against a deadly alien race if mankind is to survive.
Dragonflight - Anne McCaffrey
Lessa, birthright stolen, is forced to serve the people who betrayed her father and toke all his land. But her life changes when she bonds with the dragon queen, and is protected by the bond. However, soon she and her world have a new threat to face.
Name of the Wind - Patrick Rothfuss
A first person narrative of Kvothe, legendary magician. Follow him from his childhood traveling troupe, through magic school and on to his time as a fugitive after the assassination of a king. Discover the background behind the legend.
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