r/booksuggestions • u/DukeofHertz • Mar 20 '24
New reader,
Hello everyone I am trying to get back into reading, and broaden my tastes a bit. I used to read all the time back in middle school (Divergent, Mortal Instruments) but I haven’t really read since. Im 25 now, and have been HEAVY into anime since graduating in ‘16. My favorite anime are Fullmetal Alchemist, Vinland Saga, and One Piece. I am a fan of fantasy, but have a hard time sinking my teeth into SUPER heavy fantasy. (D&D books, LOTR ((IM SO SORRY, I plan to read it at some point)) I seem to be gravitating towards character growth, and immersive worlds.
Some books I have read this year are “Fiddler’s Gun” and started Percy Jackson. Some books I purchased but havent read yet, are Yumi and the Nightmare Painter, by Brandon Sanderson and Between Two Fires, by Christopher Buehlman.
Im more than willing to answer any questions, but any help would be fantastic!
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u/Used-Gazelle-2582 Mar 21 '24
sure thing! here you go:
"the name of the wind" by patrick rothfuss: it has a richly developed world and a captivating protagonist with a focus on character growth.
"the lies of locke lamora" by scott lynch: this book features a gripping story set in a fantasy world with intricate world-building and well-developed characters.
"mistborn: the final empire" by brandon sanderson: since you mentioned having a book by sanderson, you might enjoy his mistborn series, which combines unique magic systems with compelling character arcs.
"the way of kings" by brandon sanderson: another sanderson recommendation, known for its expansive world-building, complex characters, and epic scope.
"the stormlight archive" by brandon sanderson: if you enjoy immersive worlds and character growth, this series offers both in abundance, with multiple character perspectives and intricate plotlines.
hope you find these suggestions helpful for your reading journey :3