Strange Variety of Modern Fantasy

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The Lies of Locke Lamora (Gollancz S.F.)
1.  The Lies of Locke Lamora (Gollancz S.F.) by Scott Lynch
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  "Gollancz is publishing loads of good stuff lately and this is great. Locke Lamora and his friends the Gentleman Bastards are successful con-artists until gang politics start turning nasty..."
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The Blade Itself: The First Law: Book One: Book One of The First Law (Gollancz S.F.)
2.  The Blade Itself: The First Law: Book One: Book One of The First Law (Gollancz S.F.) by Joe Abercrombie
The list author says:
  "Black humour and amazingly well drawn anti-heroes. Meet Glokta the crippled inquisitor, Captain Jezal dashing yet vain army officer and Logen Ninefingers, old fashioned Norse style warrior."
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The Year of Our War (Gollancz S.F.)
3.  The Year of Our War (Gollancz S.F.) by Steph Swainston
The list author says:
  "Crikey - this is weird but in a very good way! Scott Joyce sums it up: 'It's about a drug addicted immortal guy with wings who is involved in a battle against giants insects on 2 dimensions'"
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No Present Like Time (Gollancz S.F.)
4.  No Present Like Time (Gollancz S.F.) by Steph Swainston
The list author says:
  "Book 2 - weird but amazing stuff. Immortal messenger Jant is still a junkie and a voyage to the other side of the world whilst his wiife sleeps with the worlds strongest man doesn't help matters..."
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The Bone Doll's Twin: Book One of the Tamir Triad
5.  The Bone Doll's Twin: Book One of the Tamir Triad by Lynn Flewelling
The list author says:
  "Original fantasy at its finest - spellbinding and sinister. Prince Tobin is haunted by the ghost of his evil twin brother and gender confusion doesn't help..."
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The Stormcaller: The Twilight Reign: Book 1: Book One of the Twilight Reign
6.  The Stormcaller: The Twilight Reign: Book 1: Book One of the Twilight Reign by Tom Lloyd
The list author says:
  "In a land ruled by prophecy and the whims of Gods, a young man finds himself at the heart of a war he barely understands, wielding powers he may never be able to control"
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Tigana
7.  Tigana by Guy Gavriel Kay
The list author says:
  "A beautiful masterpiece of fantasy - Kay can weave the strongest of emotions into an irresistable blend. I recommend all his works especially the 2 'Sarantium Mosaic' books."
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The Thief's Gamble: Book One: The Tales of Einarinn (A tale of Einarinn)
8.  The Thief's Gamble: Book One: The Tales of Einarinn (A tale of Einarinn) by Juliet E. McKenna
The list author says:
  "Refreshing and spirited - Julliet McKenna creates very human characters - especially her heroine Livak - a thief and gambler who lives by her wits!"
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Daughter of the Empire
9.  Daughter of the Empire by Raymond E. Feist
The list author says:
  "Im not usually a Feist fan but this is great! Fantasy world with an oriental flavour - Mara rises from a vunerable young noble into a confident player in a dangerous political world driven by honour."
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Ruins of Ambrai (Exiles)
10.  Ruins of Ambrai (Exiles) by Melanie Rawn
The list author says:
  "Complex with strong characters, this fantasy set in a matriarchal society follows three sisters playing a dangerous political game. The 2nd book is great too but the 3rd is still not out!"
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Crystal Singer Omnibus: The Crystal Singer; Killashandra; Crystal Line (The Complete Chronicles of the Crystal Singers of Ballybran)
11.  Crystal Singer Omnibus: The Crystal Singer; Killashandra; Crystal Line (The Complete Chronicles of the Crystal Singers of Ballybran) by Anne McCaffrey
The list author says:
  "Bit more towards sci-fi - enter the hazardous and glamorous world of the crystal singer - McCaffrey is world famous for good reason (omnibus edition  is great value too)."
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The Riddle-Master's Game (Fantasy Masterworks)
12.  The Riddle-Master's Game (Fantasy Masterworks) by Patricia A. Mckillip
The list author says:
  "This trilogy in 1 volume is beautifully written with a plot so intricate that it could never be predicted. I also love her book 'Ombria in Shadow' which displays supreme mastery of prose."
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Kushiel's Dart
13.  Kushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey
The list author says:
  "Against a richly cultured backdrop this novel combines deadly politics with a high level of eroticism. Not to everyone's taste but a stunningly written book nevertheless."
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Song of the Lioness Quartet
14.  Song of the Lioness Quartet by Tamora Pierce
The list author says:
  "At first glance you may dismiss this as a 'kids book' but just stay with me. Tamora creates special fantasy - her heroine Alanna has had a lasting impact since I read this as a teenager."
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The Magicians' Guild: Black Magician Trilogy, Book 1
15.  The Magicians' Guild: Black Magician Trilogy, Book 1 by Trudi Canavan
The list author says:
  "Fantasy from a great new talent - magic, suspense and originality. Sonea has to tame her raw powers to become part of the infamous Magicians Guild and save her own life."
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The Cup Of The World
16.  The Cup Of The World by John Dickinson
The list author says:
  "'Realistic' medieval fantasy - politics blended with supernatural sinister forces"
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Sabriel
17.  Sabriel by Garth Nix
The list author says:
  "Didn't realise this was meant to be a kids book until I bought the second in the series - sharp original fantasy with fascinating ideas particularly on the concept of death....."
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Myrren's Gift: The Quickening Book One
18.  Myrren's Gift: The Quickening Book One by Fiona McIntosh
The list author says:
  "The Heroic General Wyl is given a peculiar gift by the witch Myrren in his quest to thwart the evil King Celimus. The first book in The Quickening trilogy witnesses a great new fantasy talent."
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The Books of Great Alta: Comprising 'Sister Light, Sister Dark' and 'White Jenna'
19.  The Books of Great Alta: Comprising 'Sister Light, Sister Dark' and 'White Jenna' by Jane Yolen
The list author says:
  "A haunting story that stays with you, the Great Alta stories draw on american indian and celtic culture to bring together a story of young women growing up and proving their worth. I love Jane Yolen!"
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Lord Of Snow And Shadows (THE TEARS OF ARTAMON:)
20.  Lord Of Snow And Shadows (THE TEARS OF ARTAMON:) by Sarah Ash
The list author says:
  "Magic and politics is always a good combo and here hero painter Gavril is shocked to discover he is heir to the Drakhaon Throne together with demonic powers - all in a days work eh...."
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Northern Lights (His Dark Materials)
21.  Northern Lights (His Dark Materials) by Philip Pullman
The list author says:
  "Enter a world of talking armoured bears, humans with visible souls in the guise of Daemons and Lyra the most irresistably gutsy heroine ever. Amazing."
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Bitten (Women of the Otherworld)
22.  Bitten (Women of the Otherworld) by Kelley Armstrong
The list author says:
  "Makes Buffy looks Fluffy! Elena's chances of a noraml life are shattered after a bite turns her the worlds only female werewolf. Smart, fast-paced and sexy."
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