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Fionavar UniverseSeries
series5 books1984
Epic fantasy.
“Kay lived in the countryside near Aix-en-Provence, the setting of Ysabel, while he wrote it.”
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Un Lun DunNovel
China Miévillestandalone novel2007
About chosen one and coming of age, set in otherworld.
“The title is derived from 'UnLondon,' the name of the alternate realm where the book is set.”
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GalileeNovel
Clive Barkerstandalone novel1998
Dark fantasy and sagas & family, about immortality and family secrets.
“The first dynasty, the Gearys, are a glamorous and rich family, similar to the Kennedys, who have been a power in America since the Reconstruction.”
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Elf Dog and Owl HeadNovel
M. T. Andersonstandalone novel2023
Whimsical in tone, about friendship and coming of age, set in otherworld.
“Set during a global pandemic, it follows young Clay as he escapes into a fantasy world.”
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No Passengers Beyond This PointNovel
Gennifer Choldenkostandalone novel2011
About found family, set in otherworld.
“Fantastical adventures of three siblings as they travel to visit their uncle in Colorado.”
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The Ship of IshtarNovel
A. Merrittstandalone novel1926
Mythic fantasy, about quests.
“When he finally manages to crack open the rock, a mist escapes.”
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