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Gardens of the Moon (Book 1 of The Malazan Book of the Fallen)
1.  Gardens of the Moon (Book 1 of The Malazan Book of the Fallen) by Steven Erikson
The list author says:
  "The Malazan series gets better the more you re-read it. World building on a massive scale.  Including the contributions written by I.C. Esslemont, my undisputed top fantasy read."
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The Eye Of The World: Wheel of Time: Book 1 (The Wheel of Time)
2.  The Eye Of The World: Wheel of Time: Book 1 (The Wheel of Time) by Robert Jordan
The list author says:
  "Jordan too needs to be re-read. Only then will you be able to appreciate the true depths of the story. Don't be daunted by the number of characters, there are excellent reference sites on the web."
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Magician (Riftwar Saga)
3.  Magician (Riftwar Saga) by Raymond E. Feist
The list author says:
  "Beginning of a fantasy epic spanning centuries in the history of the fabled world of Midkemia. Magic, unspeakable evil and everything from elves and dragons to time travel."
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Bitten (Women of the Otherworld)
4.  Bitten (Women of the Otherworld) by Kelley Armstrong
The list author says:
  "Often filed under horror, I would class the Women of the Otherworld series as urban fantasy. Werewolves, vampires, demons and assorted other supernatural races dealing with life (and a body or two)."
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Transformation (Rai-Kirah)
5.  Transformation (Rai-Kirah) by Carol Berg
The list author says:
  "First in Rai-Kirah series. Changing relationship between slave and master against the backdrop of war with demons. Often unpredictable this one was a great find. Highly recommend all books by Berg."
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The Colour of Magic: The First Discworld Novel
6.  The Colour of Magic: The First Discworld Novel by Terry Pratchett
The list author says:
  "Discworld - you'll like it if you like Red Dwarf, Blackadder and other clever/witty types of humour. Page after page of outstanding word smithing... first book not my favourite though. Start with two."
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Wizard's First Rule: Book 1: The Sword Of Truth Series (GOLLANCZ S.F.)
7.  Wizard's First Rule: Book 1: The Sword Of Truth Series (GOLLANCZ S.F.) by Terry Goodkind
The list author says:
  "Sword of Truth series. Not for the faint hearted. Author's ideology becomes more and more apparent. Some pretty disturbing graphic descriptions of violence. You'll probably love or hate this series."
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Wit'ch Fire (Banned & the Banished)
8.  Wit'ch Fire (Banned & the Banished) by James Clemens
The list author says:
  "The Banned &Bannished series is well written as is the next series by the author. I picked this up in a book shop. Word of mouth recommendation had made it a hit in that shop. I wasn't disappointed."
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Cast in Shadow (Chronicles of Elantra)
9.  Cast in Shadow (Chronicles of Elantra) by Michelle Sagara
The list author says:
  "Definitely fantasy for the girls. Great stories, fast paced and action packed with each book containing a completed story line as well as hints about the overall 'big' story."
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Mistborn: The Final Empire (Mistborn Trilogy)
10.  Mistborn: The Final Empire (Mistborn Trilogy) by Brandon Sanderson
The list author says:
  "The author chosen to complete the late Jordan's Wheel of Time. Judging by the Mistborn series as well as his stand-alone 'Elantris' he'll do just fine."
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Assassin's Apprentice (The Farseer Trilogy - Book 1)
11.  Assassin's Apprentice (The Farseer Trilogy - Book 1) by Robin Hobb
The list author says:
  "Hobb is the master of the trilogy. Her stories are unusual, unpredictable and extremely well written. One of the few authors whose new series I will buy without knowing anything about it at all."
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The Icewind Dale Trilogy: Collector's Edition (Forgotten Realms)
12.  The Icewind Dale Trilogy: Collector's Edition (Forgotten Realms) by R.A. Salvatore
The list author says:
  "My introduction to Drizzt Do'Urdon, the Dark Elf. Having picked the first one up with a bit of trepidation, I am now steadily making my way though the Forgotten Realms books and loving them."
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Rhapsody: Child of Blood (Gollancz S.F.)
13.  Rhapsody: Child of Blood (Gollancz S.F.) by Elizabeth Haydon
The list author says:
  "Difficult to get some of the books in the series new but well worth the chase around bookshops. It's time travel with a difference in the Symphony of Ages series. Can't wait for the crescendo."
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A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, Book 1)
14.  A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, Book 1) by George R. R. Martin
The list author says:
  "A song of Ice and Fire is one of the most acclaimed fantasy series in recent years. GRRM has without doubt created an epic in this monumental work of politics and intrigue."
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Furies of Calderon (Codex Alera)
15.  Furies of Calderon (Codex Alera) by Jim Butcher
The list author says:
  "The rise of a young man from unknown to hero. Not an unusual story concept, but very well told and a regular re-read of mine.  Action packed and fast paced adventures with many likeable characters."
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Northern Lights (His Dark Materials)
16.  Northern Lights (His Dark Materials) by Philip Pullman
The list author says:
  "Classed as young adults fantasy, Philip Pullman's Dark Materials trilogy will tingle the intellect of readers of all age groups.  Highly thought provoking."
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Dragonflight (The Dragon Books)
17.  Dragonflight (The Dragon Books) by Anne McCaffrey
The list author says:
  "Some of McC books are more sci-fi than others, but I rate the Chronicles of Pern series firmly under fantasy. Dragons, quests, good stories and great characters leave little room for techno talk."
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Ill Wind
18.  Ill Wind by Rachel Caine
The list author says:
  "An urban fantasy series, The Weather Wardens is definitely one for the girls. There is almost as much talk of shoes as there is of demons. Ok, not quite, but enough to make Rachel your new best friend"
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The Sword of Shannara: Shannara 1 (Shannara Series)
19.  The Sword of Shannara: Shannara 1 (Shannara Series) by Terry Brooks
The list author says:
  "The Shannara series has amazing stories though sometimes in the middle books a bit predictable. Recent books seem to indicate they are becoming less so."
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Belgariad 1: Pawn of Prophecy (The Belgariad)
20.  Belgariad 1: Pawn of Prophecy (The Belgariad) by David Eddings
The list author says:
  "Not sophisticated, highly intellectual or intricate, yet a firm favourite. Some tales are so easy on the reader, they become a compulsion. Reading equivalent of comfort food. Great for younger readers"
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The Heart of Myrial (Shadowleague)
21.  The Heart of Myrial (Shadowleague) by Maggie Furey
The list author says:
  "The Shadowleague books have been a regular re-read of mine as well as MF's Artefacts of Power series. The first more than the latter."
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Alanna, the First Adventure (Song of the Lioness)
22.  Alanna, the First Adventure (Song of the Lioness) by Tamora Pierce
The list author says:
  "Tamora Pierce writes great fantasy for younger readers (though old, I like it too). It is the story of a girl posing as a boy to get the job she wants. And of course we get magic mixed in."
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Book 1)
23.  Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Book 1) by J. K. Rowling
The list author says:
  "The hero every author would like to have created (whether they admit it or not!) Harry Potter has brought fantasy to millions, as such a must read. Later books less suitable for very young readers."
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Warprize (Gollancz S.F.)
24.  Warprize (Gollancz S.F.) by Elizabeth Vaughan
The list author says:
  "Fantasy Romance at its best. It is almost a shame to class it as romance at all when there is so much good fantasy going on and the story tackles serious issues like prejudice along the way"
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Legend
25.  Legend by David Gemmell
The list author says:
  "No fantasy list would be complete without The Drenai Tales. Action, adventures, battles and heroes, these are probably geared more towards the male half of the population."
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