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Dragonoak: The Complete History of Kastelir is a fantasy novel that follows the journey of Rowan Northwood, a healer with hidden powers, as she leaves her village due to societal attitudes and embarks on a quest full of diverse characters and intriguing world-building. The book is narrated from Rowan's observant perspective, providing insights into a richly developed world filled with different cultures, races, and political views. The story unfolds slowly but steadily, revealing complex relationships, challenges, and adventures, all woven together with a touch of magic and original storytelling.

If you liked Dragonoak: The Complete History of Kastelir, here are the top 11 books to read next:

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    Daughter of the Sun - Tales of Inthya by Effie Calvin
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    'Daughter of the Sun' by Effie Calvin is a fantasy novel that follows the journey of Orsina, a paladin of order sent on a quest by the God of Law, Iolar, to defeat a great evil. Along her journey, she encounters various challenges and meets Aelia, a minor chaos goddess, and other intriguing characters. The book delves into themes of love, faith, and the complexities of relationships in a world where gods and mortals coexist. The writing style is described as vibrant and immediate, with a focus on character development and engaging combat scenes that are short, brutal, and unforgiving.

    The story unfolds through alternating perspectives between Orsina and Aelia, providing readers with insights into their thoughts and emotions as they navigate through a world filled with magic, gods, and unforeseen dangers. The book is praised for its sweet romance, lively characters, and intricate world-building that immerses readers in a fantastical realm where love and chaos intertwine.

    The little village of Soria appeared to be a typical Vesoldan farming community. A field of green barley stretched toward the south, almost ready for the springtime harvest, and the farmers raised the...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Tales of Inthya )

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    Dragon Thief by Marc Secchia
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    'Dragon Thief' by Marc Secchia is a fantasy novel set in an island world where a human thief falls in love with a shape-shifting dragoness while attempting to steal her dragon hoard. The book is praised for its interesting premise, well-developed characters, and intricate world-building. Despite some initial concerns about the story's direction and pacing, readers appreciate the author's ability to mix humor and emotion, creating a fast-flowing narrative that keeps them engaged.


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    The Warrior's Path - When Women Were Warriors by Catherine M. Wilson
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    The Warrior's Path in the When Women Were Warriors series by Catherine M. Wilson is a beautifully rendered high fantasy novel that follows the journey of Tamras, a young woman who sets out to become a warrior in a matriarchal society. The plot weaves together elements of coming of age, self-discovery, and finding love amidst a backdrop of training, adventure, and fable-like stories. The writing style is described as enchanting, with vivid descriptions, excellent dialogue, and the incorporation of poetic phrases that draw the reader into the world of women warriors.

    Breda watched in silence while she braided a cord from strips of rabbit skin and attached it to the bag. He fidgeted a bit when another man took the bag from her for a moment and admired it. When she ...

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    Aurora's Angel by Emily Noon
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    Aurora's Angel by Emily Noon is a standalone lesbian fantasy novel that follows the journey of Aurora, an Old Blood Tigress seeking vengeance after a traumatic abduction, and Evie, an Avian shifter with a naive yet determined personality. The story revolves around their unexpected partnership, dangerous escapades, and the slow-burn romance that blossoms between them as they navigate a world filled with mystical creatures, dark secrets, and the pursuit of acceptance and love.

    The writing style of Aurora's Angel is described as engaging and gripping, with a well-thought-out plot that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. The book features intricate world-building, detailed character development, and a mix of action, romance, and fantasy elements that create a compelling and immersive reading experience.

    Aurora was halfway up a mine shaft when she heard faint singing. She paused in her climb and frowned as she craned her neck to listen. The mine was locked up tight until morning and all the main light...

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    Of Fire and Stars - Of Fire and Stars by Audrey Coulthurst
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    'Of Fire and Stars' by Audrey Coulthurst follows Princess Denna of Havemont, who is betrothed to the Prince of Mynaria but harbors a dangerous secret – a magical ability to create fire. As she navigates her arranged marriage, she finds herself drawn to her betrothed's sister, Princess Mare, leading to a blossoming love story amidst political intrigue and discrimination against magic users. The narrative explores themes of forbidden romance, court intrigue, and the challenges faced by LGBTQIA characters within a fantasy setting, with a focus on character relationships and the development of a complex magical world.

    The writing style of 'Of Fire and Stars' is described as engaging, with a good balance of world-building and character development. Readers appreciate the normalization of LGBTQ relationships in the story and the emphasis on strong female characters who challenge traditional gender roles. The novel offers a refreshing take on fantasy romance, featuring a slow-burn romance between Princess Denna and Princess Mare, set against a backdrop of magic, political tensions, and personal growth.

    SUMMER HUNG HEAVY OVER MYNARIA THE DAY I arrived to meet my future husband. As my carriage clattered over the cobbled streets toward the castle west of the city, I couldn’t say whether nervousness or ...

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    Fire Logic
    Book 1 in the series:Elemental Logic

    Fire Logic - Elemental Logic by Laurie J. Marks
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    Fire Logic by Laurie J. Marks is a high fantasy novel that follows a group of individuals, including the last survivor of a slaughtered tribe, a blacksmith with a drug addiction, and their friends, as they band together against invaders who destroyed all they held dear. The story is set in a world of elemental magic, focusing on themes of vengeance, love, feminism, and romance. The book features strong character development, intricate world-building, and an intriguing magic system based on elemental abilities.

    Chapter 1 In the border regions of northern Shaftal, the peaks of the mountains loom over hardscrabble farmholds. The farmers there build with stone and grow in stone, and they might even be made of s...

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    Foundryside
    Book 1 in the series:Founders

    Foundryside - Founders by Robert Jackson Bennett
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    Foundryside by Robert Jackson Bennett is an epic fantasy novel that follows the story of Sancia Grado, a talented thief living in the city of Tevanne. Sancia is hired to steal a mysterious artifact, a key named Clef, which holds immense power. As she navigates a world of magical sigils and political intrigue, Sancia finds herself entangled in a dangerous game where powerful elites control scrived objects to manipulate reality. The book is praised for its complex world-building, unique magical system, and engaging characters, especially Sancia and Clef, as they uncover long-buried secrets and face formidable challenges.

    The writing style in Foundryside is described as captivating, with intricate world-building and a fast-paced plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The book seamlessly blends elements of fantasy with real-world parallels, creating a rich and immersive setting that explores themes of power, greed, and social inequality. Readers are drawn into a world where inanimate objects come to life through scriving, and where characters like Sancia and Clef navigate a society divided between the wealthy elites and the impoverished commoners, setting the stage for an epic adventure filled with mystery and magic.

    Then she’d come to the drainage tunnel, and that had gone…less swimmingly. It had worked, she supposed—the drainage tunnel had allowed her to slink below all the interior gates and walls and get close...

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    In Other Lands by Sarah Rees Brennan
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    'In Other Lands' by Sarah Rees Brennan is a story of a boy, Elliot Schafer, who is transported to a military fantasy world where common tropes are subverted. The book explores themes of friendship, gender roles, and sexuality in a snarky and intelligent manner. It follows Elliot's journey as he navigates through a magical land, attending a magical military school, and forming relationships with a found family of friends. The writing style is described as funny, heartfelt, and charming, with a focus on character development and witty dialogue that keeps readers engaged.

    The random field boasted a stone wall so high Elliot could not see over the top, and a woman wearing extremely odd clothing who appeared to be waiting for them. She and their French teacher had a quie...

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    Into the Drowning Deep - Rolling in the Deep by Mira Grant
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    'Into the Drowning Deep' by Mira Grant follows a crew on the ship Melusine as they venture to the Mariana Trench to investigate the disappearance of a previous crew who encountered killer mermaids. The story is described as a mix of horror, science fiction, and adventure, with a focus on the tension between humans and the predatory mermaids. The narrative is filled with gore, tension, and twists, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as the crew faces the terrifying creatures of the deep.

    TheMonterey Dream pulled away from the dock at a slow, easy pace, drawing gasps of astonished delight from the tourists crowding her decks. The crowd was good for a morning whale-watching expedition: ...

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    Six of Crows
    Book 1 in the series:Six of Crows

    Six of Crows - Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
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    'Six of Crows' by Leigh Bardugo is a gripping YA heist novel set in a fantasy world where a mastermind, Kaz Brekker, assembles a team of teenagers with special gifts and dark pasts to undertake an impossible mission in the dangerous city of Ketterdam. The story revolves around their quest to kidnap a scientist experimenting with enhancing special powers for military purposes, leading to a tale of revenge, loyalty, friendship, and intricate schemes against a backdrop of a richly imagined world filled with magic and complex characters.

    The book is a heist thriller with a fantasy twist, featuring a group of misfits led by Kaz who navigate through a city controlled by gangs and a corrupt council. The narrative is driven by detailed schemes, plot twists, and the individual growth of the characters, as they face challenges, form relationships, and strive to achieve their goals in a world on the brink of change and chaos.

    He was supposed to be making his rounds at the Hoede house, but for the last fifteen minutes, he’d been hovering around the southeast wall of the gardens, trying to think of something clever and roman...

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