Books like A Game of Thrones

Follow Kvothe's journey from a young boy in a traveling troupe to one of the most renowned magicians in his world. This captivating first-person narrative takes readers through the highs and lows of Kvothe's life, including his time as a near-feral orphan and his daring entrance into a legendary school of magic. Immerse yourself in the mind and body of a wizard in this thrilling novel.

In a world inspired by ancient Rome, Laia is a slave living in poverty with her family. When her brother is arrested for treason, she agrees to spy for rebels in exchange for help. At the military academy, she meets Elias, a soldier being trained to enforce the empire's tyranny. As their destinies become intertwined, they must make choices that will change the fate of the Empire itself.

This epic fantasy tale transports readers to a world torn apart by war and storms. Once living in Heaven, mankind was forced to take root on Roshar after the Voidbringers captured their previous home. The Almighty gifted humans with powerful Shardblades to defend themselves against the Voidbringers, and led by ten orders of knights known as Radiants, they appear to have won the war. But centuries later, the world is still at war with itself, each king vying for more Shardblades to unite all of mankind under one throne. Join a young spearman in his journey to fight a war against an unknown enemy and uncover the forgotten secrets of this mysterious world.

A mercenary with a unique skillset is hired to find a missing child in this captivating mix of myth, fantasy, and history. Tracker joins a group of unusual characters, including a shape-shifting man-animal, to search for the boy. Drawing from African history and mythology, Marlon James has penned an unforgettable adventure that explores truths, power, ambition, and our need to understand them all. The first novel in the Dark Star trilogy, Black Leopard, Red Wolf defies categorization and is an ambitious, involving read.

Amidst a world in chaos, with violence and nightmares everywhere, follow the story of Jorg Ancrath as he transforms from a privileged royal to the leader of a band of outlaws known as the "Prince of Thorns". With the ability to master the living and the dead, Jorg faces his childhood horrors and carves out a path to the throne. A tale of blood, treachery, and brotherhood, this debut novel by Mark Lawrence is both compelling and brutal, with unexpected twists and moments of beauty.

This historical fiction delves into the scandalous reign of Philip the Fair, the cold and unyielding king who rules with an iron fist. His family is plagued with weakness and adultery, and scandal and intrigue are weaving a web around him. But his downfall will come from an unexpected source when he persecutes the Knights Templar, drawing upon himself a curse that will destroy his entire dynasty. A must-read for any fan of Game of Thrones.

Embark on an epic journey of power and redemption with a young sorcerer named Ged, who unleashes a dark force upon the world in his pursuit of knowledge. Follow his quest to master the powerful words of magic, subdue a fierce dragon, and face death itself to restore balance to Earthsea.

When magic has disappeared from the land, a vicious king reigns from his throne of glass. In a brutal competition to find the greatest assassin in the kingdom, a female assassin named Celaena Sardothien fights not to kill, but to win her freedom. As her competitors start dying, one by one, Celaena's fight for freedom becomes a desperate quest to uncover the source of the evil before it destroys her world. With a provocative Crown Prince and a loyal Captain of the Guard by her side, she'll need every ounce of skill to survive.

Experience the deadly feuds of England's Wars of the Roses through the captivating story of Elizabeth Woodville, a woman driven by beauty and ambition who secretly marries the newly crowned boy king. As the White Queen, Elizabeth fights for her family's success and must navigate the treacherous political landscape of royalty. Meanwhile, her two sons become the central figures in a famous unsolved mystery: the lost princes in the Tower of London. Philippa Gregory brings her masterful storytelling and intellect to this historical era, weaving a tale sure to become a classic.

This epic fantasy introduces readers to the war-torn Malazan Empire, ruled by the iron grip of Empress Laseen and plagued by ancient sorcerers and deadly assassins. The story follows Sergeant Whiskeyjack and Tattersail, as they navigate the aftermath of a bloody siege while facing the looming threat of sinister forces and meddling gods. Written on a grand scale, Gardens of the Moon is a thrilling adventure that showcases the talent of an outstanding new author.