Sci Fi and Fantasy books everyone should Read

A Listmania! list by "robrob0001"
 
A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, Book 1)
1.  A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, Book 1) by George R. R. Martin
The list author says:
  "The first book in George RR Martins fabulous fantasy epic. Amongst the best fantasy being written now."
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The Tawny Man Trilogy (1) - Fool's Errand: Book One of the Tawny Man
2.  The Tawny Man Trilogy (1) - Fool's Errand: Book One of the Tawny Man by Robin Hobb
The list author says:
  "Everything written by Robin Hobb so far has been great."
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4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (61 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Quicksilver: The Baroque Cycle (Baroque Cycle 1)
3.  Quicksilver: The Baroque Cycle (Baroque Cycle 1) by Neal Stephenson
The list author says:
  "This trilogy is the best since Lord of the Rings. Honestly."
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3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)

Stardust
4.  Stardust by Neil Gaiman
The list author says:
  "A great example of modern, whimsical fantasy. Gaiman is beatifully descriptive in this modern fairy tale."
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4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (98 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Small Gods: (Discworld Novel 13): A Discworld Novel (Discworld Novels)
5.  Small Gods: (Discworld Novel 13): A Discworld Novel (Discworld Novels) by Terry Pratchett
The list author says:
  "Pratchetts best Discworld novel. Small Gods is hilariously funny, yet has a deep and incisive look at the pitfalls of organised religion. A simply brilliant book."
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4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)

Foundation (The Foundation Series)
6.  Foundation (The Foundation Series) by Isaac Asimov
The list author says:
  "The seminal book from the greatest ever Sci-Fi writer."
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4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)

Dune
7.  Dune by Frank Herbert
The list author says:
  "Dark intrigue and convoluted political manoevering in this Sci-Fi Classic."
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4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (130 customer reviews)

The Hyperion Omnibus: Hyperion, The Fall of Hyperion (Gollancz S.F.)
8.  The Hyperion Omnibus: Hyperion, The Fall of Hyperion (Gollancz S.F.) by Dan Simmons
The list author says:
  "Gloriously rich and deep Sci-Fi space opera."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (54 customer reviews)

The Lord of the Rings (3 Book Box set)
9.  The Lord of the Rings (3 Book Box set) by J. R. R. Tolkien
The list author says:
  "If you haven't read it already, do so now. The greatest Fantasy book ever written."
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The Forever War (S.F. MASTERWORKS)
10.  The Forever War (S.F. MASTERWORKS) by Joe Haldeman
The list author says:
  "Totally amazing sci-fi. The Sci Fi masterworks series is excellent, and this book is deservedly no. 1 in the series."
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The Stars My Destination (S.F. Masterworks)
11.  The Stars My Destination (S.F. Masterworks) by Alfred Bester
The list author says:
  "Alfred Bester is a legend in Sci-Fi, and this is arguably his best book."
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Magician's Law (Tales of the Bard)
12.  Magician's Law (Tales of the Bard) by Michael Scott
The list author says:
  "This is a brilliant book in a great series, rich and deep, based on roughly celtic folklore. It deserves more attention."
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Lion of Macedon
13.  Lion of Macedon by David Gemmell
The list author says:
  "In my opinion this book, with its companion Dark Prince, are David Gemmells finest work."
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The Book Of The New Sun: Volume 1: Shadow and Claw (Fantasy Masterworks): Shadow and Claw Vol 1
14.  The Book Of The New Sun: Volume 1: Shadow and Claw (Fantasy Masterworks): Shadow and Claw Vol 1 by Gene Wolfe
The list author says:
  "Science Fantasy - where Sci-Fi and Fantasy meet. This superb series is one of the greatest examples of science fantsy."
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3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

The Algebraist
15.  The Algebraist by Iain M. Banks
The list author says:
  "The latest from one of the great living Sci-Fi writers. This book is as good as anything he's written. See also The Player of Games, Use of Weapons and Inversions. They are all special books."
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3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (95 customer reviews)

The Day of the Triffids
16.  The Day of the Triffids by John Wyndham
The list author says:
  "Amazingly believable, and also very readable. The best known of this great authors works."
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Nineteen Eighty-Four
17.  Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell
The list author says:
  "Orwells warning of the future that still stands up today. Terrifying and disturbing - it must be read!"
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The Walrus and the Warwolf (Chronicles of an Age of Darkness)
18.  The Walrus and the Warwolf (Chronicles of an Age of Darkness) by Hugh Cook
The list author says:
  "A hilarious look at fantasy pirates, which is much more believable than most! The best book in the huge series."
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Northern Lights (His Dark Materials)
19.  Northern Lights (His Dark Materials) by Philip Pullman
The list author says:
  "Stunning fantasy. Do not be put off if it is described as a childs book - it is far more than that!"
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I Am Legend (S.F. Masterworks)
20.  I Am Legend (S.F. Masterworks) by Richard Matheson
The list author says:
  "A vampire novel from a different perspective. Thought provoking."
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The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy
21.  The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy by Douglas Adams
The list author says:
  "Just brilliant. One of the funniest books of all time."
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Good Omens
22.  Good Omens by Neil Gaiman
The list author says:
  "Probably my favorite book ever."
£5.59   Used & New from: £0.01
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (122 customer reviews)

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Religous controvesy 4 22 days ago
Should I read it, ive seen the films, Is it worth it? 8 12 Apr 2012
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Definitive book of the 20th century? 5 25 Jan 2012
Where can i find the trade paperback? 2 3 Aug 2011
Do you think this is a good idea? 1 24 Jun 2010
Where to get the "beautiful" Edition? 1 10 May 2010
Definitive book of the 20th century? 4 6 Feb 2010
Why are people doing theses on this? 0 16 Jan 2010
steampunk/gaslight novels-recommendations 0 9 Dec 2009
extended version? 0 29 May 2009
cover? 0 9 Feb 2008
 
   

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