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rickscales · 12-22-2004, 06:55 PM

Like Kostya and Indigochild111, I'm more of a fan of classics than fantasy or supernatural.

However, if I had to reccomend a fantasy story, I'd have to agree with Slavakion and reccomend the 'Xanth' series. I don't think I've enjoyed any fantasy books as much as those (I only read the first three), but they were absolutely astounding.

If you'd like my educated opinion on what books everone should read before they die, please listen to me when I tell you to read 'A Prayer for Owen Meany' by John Irving. It's not fantasy, but it is heartwarming and lifechanging. Fifty years from now, I have no doubt in my mind that it will be taught in high schools because it will by then be considered a masterpiece.

Also, if you like the Discworld series, you should check out a book Terry Pratchet and Neil Gaiman worked on together called 'Good Omens.' It is written in a style undistinguishable from Douglas Adams (of 'Hitchiker's Guide' fame); the dry wit and irrational storyline will make you die. It's not exactly a fantasy story, but it definitely has its surreal elements.

12-22-2004, 06:55 PM	#39 (permalink)
rickscales Upright Location: Little Rock	Like Kostya and Indigochild111, I'm more of a fan of classics than fantasy or supernatural. However, if I had to reccomend a fantasy story, I'd have to agree with Slavakion and reccomend the 'Xanth' series. I don't think I've enjoyed any fantasy books as much as those (I only read the first three), but they were absolutely astounding. If you'd like my educated opinion on what books everone should read before they die, please listen to me when I tell you to read 'A Prayer for Owen Meany' by John Irving. It's not fantasy, but it is heartwarming and lifechanging. Fifty years from now, I have no doubt in my mind that it will be taught in high schools because it will by then be considered a masterpiece. Also, if you like the Discworld series, you should check out a book Terry Pratchet and Neil Gaiman worked on together called 'Good Omens.' It is written in a style undistinguishable from Douglas Adams (of 'Hitchiker's Guide' fame); the dry wit and irrational storyline will make you die. It's not exactly a fantasy story, but it definitely has its surreal elements. Last edited by rickscales; 12-22-2004 at 06:57 PM..