Books like Sailing To Sarantium
30 fantasy books to read after Sailing To Sarantium, by Kay, Guy Gavriel, the closest match first.
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The Sarantine Mosaic book 2
1. Lord Of Emperors
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- Same series
- Same author
In this conclusion to the sequence begun with"Sailing to Sarantium, " Crispin, the mosaicist, has achieved his journey to fabled Sarantium and only wants to confront the challenges of his...
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2. The Fionavar Tapestry Trilogy
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- Same author
In this trilogy some University of Toronto graduates are transported from a Celtic conference to a magical world where they must against the darkness.
Gavriel Kay's Fionavar is an ode to J.R.R. Tolkien, building on his life as an editorial assistant to his son, Christopher. Kay was instrumental in the publication of the legend's...
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Under Heaven book 1 Start here
3. Under Heaven
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- Same author
An alternate ancient china told with the majesty of one of fantasy's best wordsmiths.
On paper, this is the perfect setup for a grand fantasy novel: Guy Gavriel Kay (Tigana, The Fionavar Tapestry, Lions of Al-Rassan) applies his considerable literary talent to crafting an...
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4. A Song For Arbonne
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- Same author
An Historical Fantasy that focuses on the clash between two cultures and features intrigue, romance, mystery, revenge and redemption.
A book that's powerful in the beauty of its lyrical prose, the powerful descriptions, and the deep characters. This is a book that has more in common with pure historical...
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5. Tigana
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- Same author
Tigana is based on Renaissance Italy. Kay uses Italian politics to make the story seem plausible.
Tigana is both a sweeping epic and a look into human nature – flaws and all. The characters and plot exist in an area of grey where good and evil...
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Mordant's Need book 1 Start here
6. 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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7. 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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8. 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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9. 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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10. Stardust
by Gaiman, Neil
- On the same lists
E-book extra: Neil Gaiman's "Writing and the Imagination."In the tranquil fields and meadows of long-ago England, there is a small hamlet that has stood on a jut of granite for...
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11. The Ruins Of Ambrai
by Rawn, Melanie
- On the same lists
Filled with the sort of political, magical, and romantic intrigue that is Melanie Rawn's trademark, this is the story of three Mageborn sisters torn apart in childhood by the maneuverings...
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12. The Golden Key
by Macdonald, George
- On the same lists
The adventurous wanderings of a boy and girl to find the keyhole which fits the rainbow's golden key.
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13. Low Town
by Polansky, Daniel
- On the same lists
Warden was a decorated soldier and a spy for the empire. Now he deals drugs in Low Town, the filthy underbelly of the city of Rigus, and keeps a close...
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14. Song For The Basilisk
by Mckillip, Patricia A.
- On the same lists
As a boy, Caladrius hid in a fireplace and watched his family killed in a massacre carried out by the ruler of Berylon, the Basilisk. He grew up on a...
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The Sun Sword book 6
15. The Sun Sword
by West, Michele
- On the same lists
The Sun Sword is delivered to its rightful owner, and the armies of the Dominion and the Empire are about to rendezvous for their final battle. But no one knows...
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16. Swan Song
by Mccammon, Robert
- On the same lists
Earth is a wasteland of nuclear war. A malevolent force gathers followers to end a special child. This is the final battle between good and evil.
An ancient evil roams the desolate landscape of an America ravaged by nuclear war. He is the Man with the Scarlet Eye, a malevolent force that feeds on the dark...
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Cirque Du Freak book 1 Start here
17. Cirque Du Freak
by Shan, Darren
- On the same lists
A boy joins a travelling freak show and is drawn into the world of vampires, the first of Darren Shan's twelve books.
From the Master of Horror comes the first gripping book in the twelve book New York Times bestselling Saga of Darren Shan. Start the tale from the beginning in the...
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18. The Macht
by Kearney, Paul
- On the same lists
The second book in an epic fantasy series by a critically acclaimed and highly praised author. It is twenty-three years since a Macht army fought its way home from the...
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19. The Stress Of Her Regard
by Powers, Tim
- On the same lists
When Michael Crawford discovers his bride brutally murdered in their wedding bed, he is forced to flee not only to prove his innocence, but to avoid the deadly embrace of...
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20. Shadow Ops Control Point
by Cole, Myke
- On the same lists
Lieutenant Oscar Britton of the Supernatural Operations Corps has been trained to hunt down and take out people possessing magical powers. But when he starts manifesting powers of his own,...
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21. The Picture Of Dorian Gray
by Wilde, Oscar
- On the same lists
A handsome, dissolute man who sells his soul for eternal youth is horrified to see the reflection of his degeneration in the distorted features of his portrait.
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Under Heaven book 2
22. River Of Stars
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- Same author
“River of Stars is a major accomplishment, the work of a master novelist in full command of his subject.”—Michael Dirda, in The Washington Post “Game of Thrones in China.”—Salon.com Ren...
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The Fionavar Tapestry book 2
23. The Wandering Fire
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- Same author
In the second novel in Guy Gavriel Kay’s critically acclaimed Fionavar Tapestry, five men and women from our world must play their parts in a colossal war, as the first...
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The Fionavar Tapestry book 3
24. The Darkest Road
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
- Same author
Five men and women from our world face a battle with an evil beyond imagining in the deeply moving conclusion to Guy Gavriel Kay’s acclaimed Fionavar Tapestry. As the Unraveller’s...
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Magics book 1 Start here
25. Master Of The Five Magics
by Hardy, Lyndon
- On the same lists
A series with the most logical and detailed magic systems ever invented. This is one for those analytical readers who like magic to actually make sense and follow consistent rules.
The story follows Alodar, an apprentice magician, as he discovers and masters the five paths of magic. It's an exciting adventure that's virtually unknown by the modern fantasy reader and...
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Tiger And Del book 1 Start here
26. 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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27. Lord Of Light
by Zelazny, Roger
- On the same lists
Clones and transfer technology make the doctrine of reincarnation a literal truth.
Zelazny may be famous in the fantasy world for his Amber series, but his best work may just be his stand alone novel, Lord of Light. It's a work that's...
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28. 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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29. 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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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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