Books like The Deed Of Paksenarrion
30 fantasy books to read after The Deed Of Paksenarrion, by Moon, Elizabeth, the closest match first.
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1. Deed Of Paksenarrion
by Moon, Elizabeth
- Same author
Heroic military fantasy starring woman? This is the premise of Deed of Paksenarrion, following the exploits of a woman who rises above her station to become a legend. This novel...
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2. The Deed Of Paksenarrion
by Moon, Elizabeth
- Same author
A significant series because the protagonist is a woman—not exactly common in Military Fantasy. Battles are plenty, but characterization is really the focus.
A twist on the classic epic fantasy conceits. Moon takes many of the best elements from the genre and puts her own unique spin on them. This is a compelling...
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3. Limits of Power
by Moon, Elizabeth
- Same author
The fourth book in the Legend of Paksenarrion series. War and heroism have a cost, violence is not without consequences. The book though, is about the characters and how they deal with this reality.
The fourth book in the Legend of Paksenarrion series. War and heroism have a cost, violence is not without consequences. The book though, is about the characters and how they...
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The Deed Of Paksenarrion book 2
4. Divided Allegiance
by Moon, Elizabeth
- Same author
Paksenarrion, once a sheepfarmer's daughter and now a veteran soldier, leaves the Duke's mercenary company to follow the path of Gird alone. She is disillusioned by the company's murky dealings,...
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The Deed Of Paksenarrion book 3
5. Oath Of Gold
by Moon, Elizabeth
- Same author
Paksenarrion, a paladin broken by what happened to her, stumbles into the village of Brewersbridge, where a healer, Master Oakhallow, helps her recover. Meanwhile, two realms face an unstable change...
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6. The Speed Of Dark (2004)
by Moon, Elizabeth
- Same author
This novel takes place on a near-future Earth where disease is a thing of the past, but there is a lost generation that missed this cure. Moon gives us a very real story about autism and individual identity.
Lou Arrendale is an autistic adult in the near future, one of a generation too old to have been treated in childhood. He has a good job finding patterns in...
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The Deed Of Paksenarrion book 3
7. Oath Of Gold
by Moon, Elizabeth
- Same author
Paksenarrion, a paladin broken by what happened to her, stumbles into the village of Brewersbridge, where a healer, Master Oakhallow, helps her recover. Meanwhile, two realms face an unstable change...
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8. The Blue Sword
by Mckinley, Robin
- On the same lists
The original "strong heroine" fantasy author, McKinley broke new ground with her work in the 80's. Harry Crewe feels restless, insignificant, invisible. Until kelar, a kind of magical force handed...
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9. The Ice Dragon
by Martin, George R. R.
- On the same lists
Most of the world has heard of Game of Thrones by now, but R. R. Martin's book series is still overlooked in favor of the more accessible TV show. For...
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10. Harry Potter
by Rowling, J. K.
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Most of you will have read it already, some of you will be sick of it, but you can't do a coming of age list without mentioning it. Harry Potter...
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11. Chronicles Of The Unhewn Throne
by Staveley, Brian
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Staveley's Unhewn Throne series presents an intelligent mash-up of three simultaneous coming of age stories. Separated for eight years, three royal children must face the fallout of the Emperor's assassination...
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12. The Golden Compass
by Pullman, Philip
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His Dark Materials plunges you into an intriguing alternate universe that is both familiar, and strange. Imagine a world where we each have our own daemons (spirit animals) that are...
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13. The Fionavar Tapestry Trilogy
by Kay, Guy Gavriel
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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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14. Farseer Trilogy
by Hobb, Robin
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Robin Hobb has received significant praise for her Realm of the Elderlings world, which spans four series and several other short works. However, among that epic list, The Farseer Trilogy...
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15. The Chronicles Of Prydain
by Alexander, Lloyd
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Alexander's Wales-inspired epic fantasy offers little in the way of originality when compared to the novels of today. It's a simple tale of Taran, a pig farmer who has always...
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16. The Eye of the World
by Jordan, Robert
- On the same lists
One of the most definitive versions of classic epic fantasy -- especially the Fat Fantasy version of it.
The Wheel of Time is known for its extraordinary characterization and epic plot, but it also features some of the best elemental magic. It integrates classic and unique components, crafting...
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17. 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...
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18. Chronicles Of Amber
by Zelazny, Roger
- On the same lists
A 10 book chronicle--these stories combine other worlds, magical elements, mystery, shadow, and science.
The Amber Chronicles is a complex blend of genres and plot. It starts like a murder mystery, drawing the reader in, then it moves on to a mixture of sci-fi...
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19. The Queen Of The Tearling
by Johansen, Erika
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In a post-apocalyptic rendition of Earth, civilization has returned to medieval technology, and the rightful queen who was hidden away as a child seeks to regain her throne. Johansen attempts...
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20. Tiger And Del Series
by Robertson, Jennifer
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This series starts off with so much promise. Del, brave warrior-woman in the North has been training for five years to rescue her brother from slavers in the South and...
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21. A Wrinkle In Time
by L'engle, Madeleine
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An award winning, YA series of books that present, at least in part, a Christian world-view.
With a foot in both Science Fiction and Fantasy, A Wrinkle in Time is a bridge between reality and fantasy, a meeting place for adult and child readers alike. Meg...
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22. Acacia: The War With The Mein
by Durham, David Anthony
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If you're looking to scratch the itch for an epic after finishing Game of Thrones, this series is a great place to start. It details the growth of the king's...
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The Earthsea Cycle book 1 Start here
23. A Wizard Of Earthsea
by Guin, Ursula K. Le
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Today, Ursula K. Le Guin’s magic system may not sound exceptional. Like many, it uses the knowledge of true names to control elements, creatures, and even humans. Consider, however, that...
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24. 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...
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25. Codex Alera
by Butcher, Jim
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While some of the books on this list offer a fresh take on the classics, Jim Butcher creates something entirely new. It began on a writer's workshop board during an...
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26. Scourge Of The Betrayer
by Salyards, Jeff
- On the same lists
This novel is dark fantasy down to the core, bringing a refreshing tone and plenty of room for development. It's told not from the eyes of the protagonist but the...
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27. Half The World
by Abercrombie, Joe
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Abercrombie kicked off his Shattered Sea series with the award-winning Half a King, but his second novel approaches true mastery. Half the World picks up many years after the first,...
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28. Nation
by Pratchett, Terry
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Pratchett's immensely successful Discworld gets the most attention of his works, but amongst those works lie unrelated novels that deserve even more praise. Nation is one of those, and may...
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29. Stalking Darkness
by Flewelling, Lynn
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Flewelling's series takes place in the medieval country of Skala and presents a near-perfect sword and sorcery experience. It details the growth of Alec, saved from prison by Seregil, a...
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30. Seventh Son
by Card, Orson Scott
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This series is part Fantasy and part Alternate History and takes place after the American Revolutionary War. Supernatural powers are simply a part of life. The main character has tremendous powers.
Orson Scott Card is best known for his immensely popular Ender's Game series, but he hasn't just tried his hand at the sci-fi genre. Card markets Alvin Maker as a...
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