5 best alternative books for J.R.R. Tolkien fans
Far beyond the rolling hills of The Shire, beyond the stark landscapes of Mordor, and even past the mystical realms of Valinor, there lies a myriad of wondrous worlds that all share a common ancestry rooted in the rich soil of J.R.R. Tolkien's imagination. Our selection of alternative books for fans of this grandmaster of fantasy will transport you not only to kingdoms and realities as vividly imagined as Middle-earth, but also introduce you to characters and tales crafted with the same enchanting depth. Prepare to embark on an enthralling voyage through the open doors of fantastical literature where dragons, dwarves, and elven kind meddle in the affairs of men and magic freely dances on the breeze.
The Name of the Wind
By Patrick Rothfuss
How it fits the "alternative books for J.R.R. Tolkien fans" vibe: Venture into a fleshed out universe, complete with its own history and language systems, The Name of the Wind perfectly lives up to the epic fantasy adventure theme that J.R.R. Tolkien had instituted.
Publisher: Penguin
Page Count: 674
Published Date: 2009-04-07
A Game of Thrones
By George R. R. Martin
How it fits the "alternative books for J.R.R. Tolkien fans" vibe: Combining immense world-building, complex characters, and a gripping narrative filled with unpredictability, A Game of Thrones would thoroughly satisfy any J.R.R. Tolkien admirer.
4 / 5 Stars on Google Books
Publisher: Bantam
Page Count: 835
Published Date: 2003-01-01
The Chronicles of Narnia (adult)
By C. S. Lewis
How it fits the "alternative books for J.R.R. Tolkien fans" vibe: Similar to J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis fills his series full of mystical beings and enchanted lands, which explores themes of destiny and morality.
5 / 5 Stars on Google Books
Publisher: Harper Collins
Page Count: 770
Published Date: 2001-10-02
Way of Kings
By Brandon Sanderson
How it fits the "alternative books for J.R.R. Tolkien fans" vibe: Known for creating compelling worlds and intricate magic systems, Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings is an enormous epic that'll remind Tolkien fans of Middle Earth’s expansiveness.
Publisher: Gollancz
Page Count: 1008
Published Date: 2021-03-30
New Spring
By Robert Jordan
How it fits the "alternative books for J.R.R. Tolkien fans" vibe: Hailed as one of the greatest epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time series maintains the rich world-building characteristic of J.R.R. Tolkien.
4.5 / 5 Stars on Google Books
Publisher: Tor Fantasy
Page Count: 407
Published Date: 2005-06-13