A mysterious appeal ensnared me the moment I picked up my first dark fantasy book. The combination of the magical and the dreadful, as well as the examination of the worst aspects of the human condition in societies that are far different from our own, all contribute to the genre’s particular allure. The combination of…
Today I am going to talk about the coolest tropes of high fantasy that I’ve enjoyed throughout my journey as a reader. What is a trope you ask? A trope is a common or overused theme or device in literature. It can refer to a stereotype, cliché, or a commonly used plot point or character…
As a great fan of George R. R. Martin’s sprawling saga, A Song of Ice and Fire, and the TV show Game of Thrones, I have navigated the intricate world of Westeros in far greater depth than any television adaptation could ever encapsulate. The distinct scent of old parchment and the tangible weight of the…
You know that amazing feeling when you dive into an epic or high fantasy series, right? Those enormous, sprawling books with maps on the first page and a character list as long as your arm. I love getting lost in those worlds, traveling with the characters over mountains, through enchanted forests, and fighting dragons or…
As we teeter on the edge of reality, the best high fantasy books and novels of all time beckon, giving an escape into worlds woven with magic, inhabited by fascinating creatures, and teeming with heart-stopping adventures. This vast field of literature, full of potential, does more than just tell stories. It creates complicated realms that…
My Uncle, a seasoned fan of literature, gave me The Lord of the Rings, by J.R.R. Tolkien, as a gift when I was a little child. I set out on my first adventure into Middle-earth while curled up beneath the gentle glow of my reading lamp. Unbeknownst to me, I had opened not only a…
High fantasy is a marvel of literature, providing readers with incredible worlds and unforgettable characters. Joe Abercrombie’s First Law Trilogy, George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, and Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time are just a few examples of the genre-defining series that weave stories that…
I’ve had a strong affection for fantasy literature ever since I was a young child. It all started with a well-worn copy of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, handed down from my older cousin. Bilbo Baggins’ adventures captured my attention, and before I knew it, I was avoiding giant spiders, climbing the perilous Lonely Mountain, and…
The world is evolving at a fast pace so is our reading habit. As a fantasy lover, if you are thinking of reading some high fantasy books, we are here to help. My list of best high fantasy books for beginners will let you choose your first book effortlessly. Embark on epic adventures, encounter mythical…
When the credits rolled on the final episode of Game of Thrones, I sat back, reflecting on the epic journey I had just witnessed. As someone who has watched the show twice (up to the 6th season – because let’s be honest, that’s when the magic starts to fade), I couldn’t help but wonder if…