Books that will hook you (quite a lot of series)

A Listmania! list by "saoirsec"
 
The Silver Pigs
1.  The Silver Pigs by Lindsey Davis
The list author says:
  "Follow the life of Marcus Didius Falco - a whole series (ongoing!) that satisfies anyone with a love of Roman history or slueth mysteries."
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4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)

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The Liveship Traders 1: Ship of Magic
2.  The Liveship Traders 1: Ship of Magic by Robin Hobb
The list author says:
  "A trilogy by Robin Hobb and a great Saga to read. Some characters you will love (up Kennet!) and others you will completely change your mind over."
£6.29   Used & New from: £0.01
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Assassin's Apprentice (The Farseer Trilogy - Book 1)
3.  Assassin's Apprentice (The Farseer Trilogy - Book 1) by Robin Hobb
The list author says:
  "What can I really say about Fitz? Such a good read and so bittersweet that it often seems curelly realistic. Another Hobb trilogy, yes, but they're so good!"
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (166 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

The Pillars of the Earth
4.  The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett
The list author says:
  "A book I stumbles across in a charity shop years ago, when I was very bored and had nothing to do. Follows several generations of stonemasons (not really selling it am I!) but it really captures you."
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4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (407 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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The Light Fantastic: A Discworld Novel
5.  The Light Fantastic: A Discworld Novel by Terry Pratchett
The list author says:
  "Not my favourite Pratchett book, but I found it very useful to start at the beginning. You'll soon learn about Witches, the City Watch and find that Death really does have (rather dry) humour."
£5.59   Used & New from: £0.01
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)

His Dark Materials Trilogy: "Northern Lights", "The Subtle Knife", "The Amber Spyglass"
6.  His Dark Materials Trilogy: "Northern Lights", "The Subtle Knife", "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
The list author says:
  "Although termed a children's book it actually raises some interesting theological issues. Lyra's universe is subtly different from ours - but not so much so."
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4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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Under the Eagle
7.  Under the Eagle by Simon Scarrow
The list author says:
  "A complete jewel, that I found in Borders. Follows the lives of two Roman soldiers with humour but realism. You pick up Roman history titbits from reading these books."
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4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (99 customer reviews)

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A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, Book 1)
8.  A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, Book 1) by George R. R. Martin
The list author says:
  "An 'unexpected' author, who isn't afraid to really harm his main characters for the sake of the story. You know it can only end in tears but, trust me, you will keep on reading."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (770 customer reviews) | 2 customer discussions

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Roman Blood
9.  Roman Blood by Steven Saylor
The list author says:
  "A Roman whodunnit but a more adult version than most. Saylor sets his story in Pre-Ceasar Rome - the time of the Republic. Incredibly informative without losing any 'story' as it were."
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4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)

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Wizard's First Rule: Book 1: The Sword Of Truth Series: Wizard's First Rule Bk.1
10.  Wizard's First Rule: Book 1: The Sword Of Truth Series: Wizard's First Rule Bk.1 by Terry Goodkind
The list author says:
  "The first book in an ongoing series and, in my eyes, the best of them. The book itself it brillaint, and the series is an enjoyable read. The plots are believable, but not so unexpected as others."
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4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (141 customer reviews)

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A Rare Benedictine (The Chronicles of Brother Cadfael)
11.  A Rare Benedictine (The Chronicles of Brother Cadfael) by Ellis Peters
The list author says:
  "A classic, really, and at least one of Brother Cadfael's mysteries should be read at some point."
£6.79   Used & New from: £0.01
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Strange Meeting
12.  Strange Meeting by Susan Hill
The list author says:
  "One of the books that I read for my A-level reading list and surprisingly moving. If you need any idea about the fraternity that built up in the trenches, this book is a great starting point."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)

Harry Potter Hardback Box Set: Five Volumes
13.  Harry Potter Hardback Box Set: Five Volumes by J. K. Rowling
The list author says:
  "I know I shouldn't love these books but I do. The story is rightly written for children, but it is nice to read something that doesn't get bogged down in being 'contemporary' and is actually fun."
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4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews) | 2 customer discussions

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Artemis Fowl
14.  Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
The list author says:
  "Another dip into children's literature, but immensly fun. And Artemis really is one of those evil geniuses who you want to secretly win. Very, very entertaining."
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4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (196 customer reviews) | 2 customer discussions

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Is there life after Hobb? 19 2 Dec 2011
Good books for 9yo girl, looking for birthday ideas for my niece. 0 29 Oct 2011
Liveship Traders Book Covers 3 12 Aug 2011
Where can i find the trade paperback? 2 3 Aug 2011
What is the difference between the Adult and Childrens Version? 5 17 Mar 2011
Is there anything as good as Pillars of The Earth/World Without End? 10 5 Mar 2011
Do you think this is a good idea? 1 24 Jun 2010
Omg 2 30 Sep 2007
Harry Potter Books 1 3 Aug 2007
 
   

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