Books like Archangel
30 fantasy books to read after Archangel, by Shinn, Sharon, the closest match first.
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Samaria book 2
1. Jovah's Angel
by Shinn, Sharon
- Same series
- Same author
National bestselling author Sharon Shinn returns to the compelling world of Samaria in an extraordinary novel of angels and mortals, music and mystery, science and faith... More than a hundred...
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Samaria book 3
2. The Alleluia Files
by Shinn, Sharon
- Same series
- Same author
Legend has it that the Alleluia Files contain the truth about the god of Samaria. Now, a child raised in captivity among the angels will journey the length and breadth...
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Samaria book 4
3. Angelica
by Shinn, Sharon
- Same series
- Same author
“A masterpiece . . . seamlessly mixes psychological disintegration, the dissolution of a marriage and . . . a classic ghost story.”—USA Today NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE • NATIONAL...
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Samaria book 5
4. Angel-seeker
by Shinn, Sharon
- Same series
- Same author
The award-winning author returns to Samaria in this richly romantic tale that begins where Archangel left off. In that time, the women who craved the attention of angels were known...
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Outlander book 1 Start here
5. Outlander
by Gabaldon, Diana
- On the same lists
Claire is on her second honeymoon in 1945 when she walks through an ancient stone circle and right into 1743. This series is part portal fantasy, part historical novel, and part romance.
In the Outlander series, Diana Gabaldon reinvents the use of time-travel in fantasy and historical fiction, crafting a thrilling drama set in the 18th and 20th centuries. The series follows...
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The Immortals book 1 Start here
6. Wild Magic
by Pierce, Tamora
- On the same lists
This is Pierce’s best piece - a fantastic and touching tale about Daine, a young girl with the magical ability to speak to animals. It’s a perfect blend of adventure,...
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Exiles book 1 Start here
7. The Ruins Of Ambrai
by Rawn, Melanie
- On the same lists
Amazon Book Description Fleeing persecution to build a free colony on the planet Lenfell, the magic-wielding Mageborns find their new home torn apart by civil war between the Mage Guardians...
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8. Dragon Prince Trilogy
by Rawn, Melanie
- On the same lists
Amazon Book Description Melanie Rawn's best-selling debut is a novel of love and war, magic and madness, and deadly dangerous dragons that hold the secret to unimaginable wealth that could...
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Dragonlord book 3
9. Dragon And The Phoenix
by Bertin, Joanne
- On the same lists
Amazon Book Description Once every thousand years the phoenix of Jehanglan burns to death in a magical release. For millennia the emperors of Jehanglan have tried to harness the awesome...
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10. Rhapsody
by Haydon, Elizabeth
- On the same lists
This one’s a pure romance. If you want an emotional fantasy series with some pretty strong characterization and a well-realized world, Rhapsody is the book you're looking for. There are...
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Kushiel's Universe book 1 Start here
11. Kushiel's Dart
by Carey, Jacqueline
- On the same lists
The first novel in a six-part series, this is an epic tale that features a female protagonist who is both spy and courtesan. She has been chosen to experience pain and pleasure as one.
A lot of novels on this list are either children's stories or young adult. While they make for great stories, there are some great coming of age stories that feature...
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12. Liveship Traders Trilogy
by Hobb, Robin
- On the same lists
A nautical fantasy featuring pirates, dragons, and magic? What's not to love? To top it off, Liveship Traders is filled with fantastic women. Ronica, the widow of the liveship's former...
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Study book 1 Start here
13. Poison Study
by Snyder, Maria V.
- On the same lists
Yelena is about to be executed for murder and is offered an alternative: food taster to the king. She herself is poisoned and must appear for her daily antidote or...
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14. The Black Jewels Series
by Bishop, Anne
- On the same lists
A landmark step in feminist fiction, this dark fantasy series is unlike anything you've ever read. Bishop takes the physical and typical differences between men and women, highlights rather than...
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Graceling Realm book 1 Start here
15. Graceling
by Cashore, Kristin
- On the same lists
Katsa is a pragmatic graceling born with the ability to kill with her bare hands from the time she was eight years old. Graced as all gracelings are with unique...
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16. The Lions Of Al-rassan
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- On the same lists
Book Flap Description The ruling Asharites of Al-Rassan have come from the desert sands, but over centuries, seduced by the sensuous pleasures of their new land, their stern piety has...
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17. Deverry Cycle
by Kerr, Katharine
- On the same lists
Book Flap DescriptionIn a world outside reality, a young girl's spirit hovers between incarnations, knowing neither her past nor her future. In the temporal world lives Nevyn, who long ago...
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18. The Quickening
by Hoover, Michelle
- On the same lists
This series is very well written with strong female and male lead. The author's characterization is very strong and I have a feeling that some women may find this series...
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Mordant's Need book 1 Start here
19. Mirror Of Her Dreams
by Donaldson, Stephen R.
- On the same lists
This two-part series with a man crashing through a woman's mirror in order to find a champion, a champion to save his kingdom from evil.
Most of you will probably never have heard of this series (it's taken a back seat to Donaldson’s more controversial work, The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant), which is a pity....
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20. Secret Texts
by Lisle, Holly
- On the same lists
For a romantic fantasy with a mix of politics, magic, romance, and betrayal, Lisle’s Secret Texts trilogy is a must read. Lisle is not as well known as some of...
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21. The Last Dragonlord
by Bertin, Joanne
- On the same lists
These are 100% fantasy romance and make no apologies about it. Sometimes you want subtle romance with a great plot and a cast of interesting characters. And sometimes, you want...
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22. The Dragon Prince
by Rawn, Melanie
- On the same lists
This series is not for everyone, but there are enough romantic elements in this epic fantasy series to make those looking for a good romance fantasy cry with joy. Rawn...
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Sevenwaters book 1 Start here
23. Daughter Of The Forest
by Marillier, Juliet
- On the same lists
This series follows several generations of a family who have a special relationship with the Otherworld and takes place mostly in ancient Ireland.
This intricate retelling of the Celtic Swans fairy tale takes an enchanting story and embellishes it with depth, believable backstory, ancient magic, and great characters. It is painfully dark, at...
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The Sarantine Mosaic book 1 Start here
24. Sailing To Sarantium
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- On the same lists
Kay writes a lot of fantasy that appeals to those who enjoy a good, well thought out romance novel. While romance is not the only point of Kayâs stories (Kay...
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The Mists Of Avalon book 1 Start here
25. The Mists Of Avalon
by Bradley, Marion Zimmer
- On the same lists
A story of King Arthur's court, through the eyes of Arthur's half-sister Morgaine Le Fay.
I can't do a list of the top 50 fantasy novels with strong female leads without including The Mists of Avalon. Considered one of the great classics of modern fantasy...
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Damar book 2
26. The Hero And The Crown
by Mckinley, Robin
- On the same lists
A classic book that features many recognizable Fantasy tropes: royalty, romance, enchantment, dragons, war.
Aerin is shy, clumsy, ugly, and mistrusted by the people she is supposed to rule. She is ridiculed for being the daughter of a witch with none of her witchy...
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Tiger And Del book 1 Start here
27. Sword-dancer
by Robertson, Jennifer
- On the same lists
If you are looking for some classic sword and sorcery that combines action and romance in equal spades, The Sword Dancer series delivers on this. The characters evolve dramatically over...
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First Law World book 4
28. Best Served Cold
by Abercrombie, Joe
- On the same lists
Monza Murcatto is out for blood. Known as the Snake of Talins, the most feared and famous mercenary in Styria, she is betrayed by her employer and left for dead....
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29. Tamir Triad
by Flewelling, Lynn
- On the same lists
This is a series that's fallen a bit by the wayside in that many don't know about it. But it's a rare treat for those who want a well drawn...
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30. The Sword Of Truth
by Goodkind, Terry
- On the same lists
Most would argue that this series gets worse with every addition. But Wizard's First Rule is good enough to get the series included on the list. It's probably more of...
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