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**rojettafoxx** · 03-04-2007, 02:44 AM

I am seeking a book of adventure that will take me on a journey like LOTR books!
I read the Hobbit and LOTR, so those are out of the picture.

I don't want a SET of books, but just one big enough book to do the job!

Fantasy-style, please. Nothing realsitic. Its something to get away!

**avitalporatova** · 03-04-2007, 02:45 AM

Magician by Ramond E Feist. He was friends with the Author of the LOTR, JRR Tolkien.

**Lkemybab** · 03-04-2007, 02:53 AM

Moby Dick by Herman Melville not quite the same as LOTR but an adventure all the same.

Actually the more I come to think of it the more comparisons I can see.

**rojettafoxx** · 03-04-2007, 02:54 AM

Moby Dick by Herman Melville not quite the same as LOTR but an adventure all the same.

Fantasy style, please! I have read Moby Dick, btw.

**alecaf** · 03-04-2007, 03:01 AM

The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant by Stephen Donaldson.

It's six books really but you can get in in two very big books.

**rojettafoxx** · 03-04-2007, 05:13 AM

The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant by Stephen Donaldson.

It's six books really but you can get in in two very big books.

Thats too much. I want something to finish 5-6 days of heavy (not super heavy) reading!

**plalleste** · 03-04-2007, 05:16 AM

the whell of time

nuf said

**k5wTvu9f** · 03-04-2007, 05:25 AM

The Dark Tower series by Stephen King, of course! 7 books written over 30 years, they are his ultimate work and the best I have ever read. One of his inspirations was lord of the rings, and the structure is fairly similar, a journey with a 'ka-tet' (fellowship).
It's very much a fantasy, though has heavy western, horror and science fiction influences. Cross The Lord of the Rings, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, the Dark Materials trilogy and your getting there.

Here's a trailer for the first comic which has just been released. Gives you a feel for the story. If there's not enough fantasy in there for you, well just read the books and you'll see. Portals, magic orbs, parallel worlds, undead, giant bears etc.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5CaugiW3Uw

**MegaJIT** · 03-04-2007, 05:28 AM

If you limit yourself to a 'quick fix' you'll miss out on a load of great stories. But if it has to be one book, then the Talisman by Steven King and Peter Straub could be the one for you.

**Bromikka** · 03-04-2007, 05:30 AM

The Children of Hurin

Ok so it isn't out yet, but it is from Christopher Tolkien using J.R.R Tolkiens manuscripts.
I hope it's good, it should be out next month anyway.

**KahiroSamo** · 03-04-2007, 06:00 AM

I can't name any one book that will take you on a great adventure like that. There are a number of series that are quite excellent though.

A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin

The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan(can get very long winded though)

The Book of Words Trilogy by J.V.Jones

The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant by Stephen R. Donaldson

Most anything written by R.A. Salvatore

Most anything written by Raymond Feist

The first one by George R.R. Martin is really great. Fantastic character development.

**N9NACzws** · 03-04-2007, 06:50 AM

The Dragonlance books are good.

**rojettafoxx** · 04-03-2007, 10:12 AM

Thanks guys!

My Hawaii vacation should be great!

**KahiroSamo** · 04-03-2007, 10:29 AM

Thanks guys!

My Hawaii vacation should be great!

I hope that means that you're bringing a book to the beach and no more than that. I loved Hawaii and brought one book. I didn't even get to the 3rd chapter while I was there. Too much to do and see.[thumbup]

**rojettafoxx** · 04-03-2007, 10:47 AM

I hope that means that you're bringing a book to the beach and no more than that. I loved Hawaii and brought one book. I didn't even get to the 3rd chapter while I was there. Too much to do and see.[thumbup]

So, your recommendations for books stay the same even if its Hawaii beach vacation?

**milfovoxapl** · 04-03-2007, 01:28 PM

Similarion - Tolkien

It's different, but gives you great insight into things like Annatar (Sauron's 'friendly' form), the making of the rings, The rebellion of Morgoth and the Maia.

If you want something more contemporary, David Eddings is a very Tolkien-inspired author.

If you want something totally different, try Dragon's Egg.

**RooldpalApata** · 04-03-2007, 01:46 PM

His Dark Materials series by Philip Pullman. Tends not to get mentioned since its appeal is ageless, but I can really think of no finer fantasy series.

**xsexymasterix** · 04-03-2007, 02:52 PM

The Dark Tower series by Stephen King, of course! 7 books written over 30 years, they are his ultimate work and the best I have ever read. One of his inspirations was lord of the rings, and the structure is fairly similar, a journey with a 'ka-tet' (fellowship).
It's very much a fantasy, though has heavy western, horror and science fiction influences. Cross The Lord of the Rings, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, the Dark Materials trilogy and your getting there.

Here's a trailer for the first comic which has just been released. Gives you a feel for the story. If there's not enough fantasy in there for you, well just read the books and you'll see. Portals, magic orbs, parallel worlds, undead, giant bears etc.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5CaugiW3Uw

I agree 100%

There is no finer piece of literature of the hybrid sort in the last 50 years...maybe ever. There's just so much variety in that series and since it was never rushed, everything flows so well and the prose illicits so much imagery, it's utterly fantasy-tastic.

If you're even a fan of Lost, you'll appreciate the series even more. [thumbup]

**GroosteFoessy** · 04-03-2007, 04:00 PM

The Dragon Lance Chronicles: Tanis, the Shadow Years by Barbra Siegel and Scott Siegel

Alvin Maker by Orson Scott Card.

**Forex Trading Software** · 04-03-2007, 04:04 PM

Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman

03-04-2007, 02:44 AM	#1
rojettafoxx Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 384 Senior Member	Recommend me a GOOD book like LOTR! I am seeking a book of adventure that will take me on a journey like LOTR books! I read the Hobbit and LOTR, so those are out of the picture. I don't want a SET of books, but just one big enough book to do the job! Fantasy-style, please. Nothing realsitic. Its something to get away! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 02:45 AM	#2
avitalporatova Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 375 Senior Member	Magician by Ramond E Feist. He was friends with the Author of the LOTR, JRR Tolkien. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 02:53 AM	#3
Lkemybab Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 420 Senior Member	Moby Dick by Herman Melville not quite the same as LOTR but an adventure all the same. Actually the more I come to think of it the more comparisons I can see. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 02:54 AM	#4
rojettafoxx Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 384 Senior Member	Moby Dick by Herman Melville not quite the same as LOTR but an adventure all the same. Fantasy style, please! I have read Moby Dick, btw. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 03:01 AM	#5
alecaf Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 381 Senior Member	The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant by Stephen Donaldson. It's six books really but you can get in in two very big books. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 05:13 AM	#6
rojettafoxx Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 384 Senior Member	The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant by Stephen Donaldson. It's six books really but you can get in in two very big books. Thats too much. I want something to finish 5-6 days of heavy (not super heavy) reading! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 05:16 AM	#7
plalleste Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 579 Senior Member	the whell of time nuf said Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 05:25 AM	#8
k5wTvu9f Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 522 Senior Member	The Dark Tower series by Stephen King, of course! 7 books written over 30 years, they are his ultimate work and the best I have ever read. One of his inspirations was lord of the rings, and the structure is fairly similar, a journey with a 'ka-tet' (fellowship). It's very much a fantasy, though has heavy western, horror and science fiction influences. Cross The Lord of the Rings, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, the Dark Materials trilogy and your getting there. Here's a trailer for the first comic which has just been released. Gives you a feel for the story. If there's not enough fantasy in there for you, well just read the books and you'll see. Portals, magic orbs, parallel worlds, undead, giant bears etc. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5CaugiW3Uw Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 05:28 AM	#9
MegaJIT Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 591 Senior Member	If you limit yourself to a 'quick fix' you'll miss out on a load of great stories. But if it has to be one book, then the Talisman by Steven King and Peter Straub could be the one for you. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 05:30 AM	#10
Bromikka Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 527 Senior Member	The Children of Hurin Ok so it isn't out yet, but it is from Christopher Tolkien using J.R.R Tolkiens manuscripts. I hope it's good, it should be out next month anyway. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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03-04-2007, 06:00 AM	#11
KahiroSamo Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 461 Senior Member	I can't name any one book that will take you on a great adventure like that. There are a number of series that are quite excellent though. A Song of Ice and Fire by George R.R. Martin The Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan(can get very long winded though) The Book of Words Trilogy by J.V.Jones The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant by Stephen R. Donaldson Most anything written by R.A. Salvatore Most anything written by Raymond Feist The first one by George R.R. Martin is really great. Fantastic character development. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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N9NACzws Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 494 Senior Member	The Dragonlance books are good. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-03-2007, 10:12 AM	#13
rojettafoxx Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 384 Senior Member	Thanks guys! My Hawaii vacation should be great! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-03-2007, 10:29 AM	#14
KahiroSamo Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 461 Senior Member	Thanks guys! My Hawaii vacation should be great! I hope that means that you're bringing a book to the beach and no more than that. I loved Hawaii and brought one book. I didn't even get to the 3rd chapter while I was there. Too much to do and see.[thumbup] Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-03-2007, 10:47 AM	#15
rojettafoxx Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 384 Senior Member	I hope that means that you're bringing a book to the beach and no more than that. I loved Hawaii and brought one book. I didn't even get to the 3rd chapter while I was there. Too much to do and see.[thumbup] So, your recommendations for books stay the same even if its Hawaii beach vacation? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-03-2007, 01:28 PM	#16
milfovoxapl Join Date Dec 2005 Posts 563 Senior Member	Similarion - Tolkien It's different, but gives you great insight into things like Annatar (Sauron's 'friendly' form), the making of the rings, The rebellion of Morgoth and the Maia. If you want something more contemporary, David Eddings is a very Tolkien-inspired author. If you want something totally different, try Dragon's Egg. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-03-2007, 01:46 PM	#17
RooldpalApata Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 461 Senior Member	His Dark Materials series by Philip Pullman. Tends not to get mentioned since its appeal is ageless, but I can really think of no finer fantasy series. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-03-2007, 02:52 PM	#18
xsexymasterix Join Date Nov 2005 Posts 403 Senior Member	The Dark Tower series by Stephen King, of course! 7 books written over 30 years, they are his ultimate work and the best I have ever read. One of his inspirations was lord of the rings, and the structure is fairly similar, a journey with a 'ka-tet' (fellowship). It's very much a fantasy, though has heavy western, horror and science fiction influences. Cross The Lord of the Rings, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly, the Dark Materials trilogy and your getting there. Here's a trailer for the first comic which has just been released. Gives you a feel for the story. If there's not enough fantasy in there for you, well just read the books and you'll see. Portals, magic orbs, parallel worlds, undead, giant bears etc. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5CaugiW3Uw I agree 100% There is no finer piece of literature of the hybrid sort in the last 50 years...maybe ever. There's just so much variety in that series and since it was never rushed, everything flows so well and the prose illicits so much imagery, it's utterly fantasy-tastic. If you're even a fan of Lost, you'll appreciate the series even more. [thumbup] Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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GroosteFoessy Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 540 Senior Member	The Dragon Lance Chronicles: Tanis, the Shadow Years by Barbra Siegel and Scott Siegel Alvin Maker by Orson Scott Card. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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Forex Trading Software Join Date Nov 2005 Posts 440 Senior Member	Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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