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30 fantasy books to read after Chronicles Of The Black Company, by Cook, Glen, the closest match first.

  1. The White Rose

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    1. The White Rose

    by Cook, Glen

    • Same series
    • Same author

    Six years after the events of Shadows Linger, the Black Company, having fled from the service of the Lady, lives in a warren of stinking caves beneath the Plain of...

  2. Shadow Games

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    2. Shadow Games

    by Cook, Glen

    • Same series
    • Same author

    SOME GAMES ARE PLAYED FOR LIFE OR DEATH. Javul Charn is the most famous pop star in the galaxy—and the runaway bride of a violent lieutenant in Black Sun, the...

  3. Bleak Seasons

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    3. Bleak Seasons

    by Cook, Glen

    • Same series
    • Same author

    The Black Company is trapped in the siege of Dejagore, where atrocities are committed by both sides. The Company has split into two camps: Murgen, the standard-bearer and keeper of...

  4. She Is The Darkness

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    4. She Is The Darkness

    by Cook, Glen

    • Same series
    • Same author

    Croaker, Lady, Murgen the annalist, the sorcerer One-Eye, and their fellow mercenary warriors in the hire of the city of Taglia discover their situation is not what it seems.

  5. Soldiers Live

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    5. Soldiers Live

    by Cook, Glen

    • Same series
    • Same author

    The members of the Black Company are faced with a number of old enemies, while an evil spirit, a forvalaka, attacks them at a shadowgate, igniting a chain of repercussions...

  6. A Pitiless Rain

    6. A Pitiless Rain

    by Cook, Glen

    • Same series
    • Same author

    The fourth and final omnibus of novels from Cook's Black Company series, thiscollection includes "Water Sleeps" and "Soldiers Live."

  7. Port Of Shadows

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    7. Port Of Shadows

    by Cook, Glen

    • Same series
    • Same author

    The Arctic became part of Canada in 1880 when it was transferred from Britain. How the transfer came about and what Canada did with its new territory is described. The...

  8. The White Rose

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    8. The White Rose

    by Cook, Glen

    • Same series
    • Same author

    The Selection meets The Handmaid’s Tale in the epic sequel to the New York Times bestselling author Amy Ewing’s The Jewel. Violet is on the run. She’s escaped the Duchess...

  9. Swordspoint: A Melodrama Of Manners

    9. Swordspoint: A Melodrama Of Manners

    by Kushner, Ellen

    • On the same lists

    Considering the theatrical title of the book, this is a light and easy to read fantasy that manages to be equal parts refreshing and enchanting.Why it made this listWe love...

  10. The Seventh Sword

    10. The Seventh Sword

    by Duncan, Dave

    • On the same lists

    In the 80s, a variety of subgenres, new directions and styles evolved. Some were gritty and mentally taxing – requiring some emotional work on the reader's part. Luckily, Dave Duncan...

  11. The Belgariad

    11. The Belgariad

    by Eddings, David

    • On the same lists

    The protagonist was brought up on a farm and while he does not believe the old stories, he is soon led on a quest of magic, danger, and prophecy.

    There are five books in this series – the first being Pawn of Prophecy. This isn't fantasy with a lesson. Nor is it fantasy with emotional depth. And it doesn't...

  12. A Spell For Chameleon

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    12. A Spell For Chameleon

    by Anthony, Piers

    • On the same lists

    When this came out, there was nothing like it. The consensus is that you'll either love the Xanth books or hate them. If you fell into the latter category it...

  13. Lyonesse

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    13. Lyonesse

    by Vance, Jack

    • On the same lists

    If you were to open a copy of Lyonesse and give it a good shake, a bunch of (very annoyed) fairies would fall out. Because they're everywhere in this book....

  14. Master Of The Five Magics

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    14. Master Of The Five Magics

    by Hardy, Lyndon

    • On the same lists

    With magic, it’s difficult to craft a system that’s both complex and interesting. Lydon Hardy is a master of that balance, his series inspiring Magic: The Gathering, The Name of...

  15. Jhereg

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    15. Jhereg

    by Brust, Steven

    • On the same lists

    The genius of this series lies in the exquisite character development – especially in relation to the hero, Vlad Taltos. We're accustomed to rooting for anti-heroes these days, (Hi, Dexter...

  16. Icewind Dale

    16. Icewind Dale

    by Salvatore, R.a.

    • On the same lists

    If you're a fan of RPG, Icewind Dale will appeal to you. It takes place in the Forgotten Realms – a world in the Dungeons and Dragons universe. Yes, it's...

  17. Sword Of Shannara

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    17. Sword Of Shannara

    by Brooks, Terry

    • On the same lists

    A remake of Lord of the Rings.

    Terry Brooks is one of the most popular fantasy authors. He’s been writing fantasy for decades and is a household name. His books are pretty simplistic -- boy finds special...

  18. Mythago Wood

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    18. Mythago Wood

    by Holdstock, Robert

    • On the same lists

    There are many novels and novellas in this cycle which take place in a forest that has been untouched since the last ice age. It is a labyrinth, a place of peril and living myths.

    'Unique' is a vastly overused word. It has about as much meaning as Kim K's twitter feed. But in the case of Mythago Wood, it's warranted. Firstly, Holdstock tells the...

  19. Magician

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    19. Magician

    by Feist, Raymond

    • On the same lists

    Like David Eddings, Feist was one of the first fantasy novelists to have measurable commercial success – the kind that landed him on the bestseller list. It had a lasting...

  20. The Anubis Gates

    20. The Anubis Gates

    by Powers, Tim

    • On the same lists

    An award winning novel that has time travel, historical figures, Egyptian mythology, and 19th century England.

    In creating this world, Powers borrowed ideas from all over the place. Mythology, Ancient Egyptian theology, quantum theory, and classical literature“ they're all used in The Anubis Gates. It's a...

  21. The Color Of Magic

    21. The Color Of Magic

    by Pratchett, Terry

    • On the same lists

    A huge series, these books are part of the Comic Fantasy sub-genre. It parodies and is influenced by canonical authors like Tolkien, Lovecraft, and Shakespeare in addition to folklore, mythology, and fairy tales.

    What would a list of best fantasy books be without mentioning Terry? Not that Brooks dude who wrote an entire series about glowing pebbles. The other one. The funny one....

  22. Empire Trilogy

    22. Empire Trilogy

    by Wurts, Raymond E. Feist And Janny

    • On the same lists

    This collaboration proves that you don't have to wade neck-deep in magic to make a great fantasy. This series showcases the other side of Feist's Riftwar Saga, which is a...

  23. The King Of Elfland's Daughter

    23. The King Of Elfland's Daughter

    by Dunsany, Lord

    • On the same lists

    The King of Elfland's daughter tells the tale of a human prince who is dispatched by his father to woo and wed the elf princess of a mystical land.Why it's...

  24. Fevre Dream

    24. Fevre Dream

    by Martin, George R. R.

    • On the same lists

    A lesser known novel by the Game of Thrones creator that is a fine example of a more mythic take on vampirism. Fevre Dream is a steamboat sailing up the antebellum Mississippi River, which just so happens to be carrying the lord of the vampire race. It is a blend of history and myth.

    He writes stories where castration, rape, skull-crushing, and child sacrifice are parred for the course. So it should come as no surprise that George R.R. Martin conquered the sub-genre of...

  25. The Deed Of Paksenarrion

    25. The Deed Of Paksenarrion

    by Moon, Elizabeth

    • On the same lists

    Paks is one of the earlier examples of a strong, realistic female heroine who appeals to men and women. She becomes a badass paladin in her world of dwarves, elves,...

  26. Fafhrd And The Gray Mouser

    26. Fafhrd And The Gray Mouser

    by Chaykin, Howard

    • On the same lists

    Leiber helped to pioneer the sword-and-sorcery genre and is widely hailed as one of the most influential fantasy writers ever. Unfortunately, he's never received the credit he deserves for such...

  27. Memory, Sorrow, And Thorn

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    27. Memory, Sorrow, And Thorn

    by Williams, Tad

    • On the same lists

    Epic fantasy with attention to characters and details.

    Tad Williams' series was the source of inspiration for many of the titles on the listand some outside of it. Authors like R.R. Martin, Patrick Rothfuss, and more all cite...

  28. The Fionavar Tapestry Trilogy

    28. The Fionavar Tapestry Trilogy

    by Kay, Guy Gavriel

    • On the same lists

    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...

  29. Lord Of The Rings

    29. Lord Of The Rings

    by Tolkien, J.r.r.

    • On the same lists

    Possibly the most, well-recognized world of fiction in history. The Lord of the Rings is the third best-selling novel ever written, with over 150 million copies sold. This high fantasy...

  30. The Mists Of Avalon

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    30. 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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