Hey gang, looking for some pretty specific. Take this opening to Fellowship of the Ring:
“When Mr. Bilbo Baggins of Bag End announced that he would shortly be celebrating his eleventy-first birthday with a party of special magnificence, there was much talk and excitement in Hobbiton.”
So comfortable. So unassuming. Little did we know we were about to embark on a quest so unlike anything else… and so influential.
I’m looking for suggestions that capture a similar feel. Comfortable and unassuming yet preceding incredible depth, from total darkness to the highest hope. A journey. Growth. Iconic action.
I would say The Dragonbone Chair comes somewhat close-ish. I would understand a comparison to A Wizard of Earthsea but it didn’t quite do it for me. Narnia’s an obvious comparison but I’ve read those tens of times throughout my life.
Open to any suggestions! Really looking for something I might not be aware of.
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1. The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss – a gifted young man grows to become a legendary figure in a world filled with magic and mystery. The storytelling is immersive, and the journey of the protagonist is both personal and epic in scale.
2. Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson – a world where the sky is permanently covered in ash, and a tyrant reigns with an iron fist. It follows a group of rebels who seek to overthrow him, led by a young street urchin. The book combines intricate world-building with compelling characters and a plot filled with twists and turns.
3. The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch – the first book in the “Gentleman Bastard” series, which follows the exploits of a group of con artists. The story is filled with humor, intrigue, and elaborate schemes, as the protagonists navigate the treacherous underworld of their city while also contending with powerful enemies.
4. The Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan (and completed by Brandon Sanderson) – a diverse cast of characters become embroiled in a struggle against someone who seeks to destroy the world. With its intricate world-building, complex characters, and epic scope, it offers a rich and immersive reading experience.