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Similar to Stephen King's The Dark Tower series

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Naicecuppatea · 28/09/2015 21:04

Loved these books and was so sorry when I finished the last one! Are there any similar fantasy books out there, preferably a long series?

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Naicecuppatea · 29/09/2015 11:00

No-one else likes these? Bump!

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RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie · 30/09/2015 20:23

I don't think anything other than Tolkien comes close, sadly. :(

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Naicecuppatea · 30/09/2015 22:34

Oh that's disappointing. Thanks Remus.

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LionsTeeth · 30/09/2015 23:02

I would suggest Robin Hobbs' Assassin's Apprentice series and Patrick Rothfuss's The Name of the Wind series Smile

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Naicecuppatea · 02/10/2015 14:14

Thanks Lion! I will give then a try. Have you read them?

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LionsTeeth · 02/10/2015 15:17

I've read the first two of the Robin Hobb series ( it's a trilogy) and the two current Rothfuss books. The next and final one isn't out yet Smile
I have only read the first of the Dark Tower series, so I'm basing the recommendations on that.

fitznmolly · 15/10/2015 09:46

The dark tower series is one of my all time favourites. It was even good on Audible!
I agree with Lion - the Robin Hobb series is awesome! It's starts with that trilogy but there must be almost 20 books weaving in and out of that 'story' and she's still writing them! I don't think you will regret it!

BugritAndTidyup · 19/10/2015 08:19

What is it in particular that appeals to you about the Dark Tower series?

Tad Williams' Otherland series could be worth a look. It's been a while since I read it, and it's not really fantasy but it's looooong and has a similar mixture of fantasy and weirdness. It's the first thing that springs to mind when I try to think about books similar to The Dark Tower.

isshoes · 19/10/2015 11:37

Can't believe I have come across this thread. I came on here specifically to post about the exact same thing. I have been listening to the entire series on Audible over the past three months. I am now close to the end of the final book, and already nervous about what to do afterwards! I can't believe how absorbing it is. LionsTeeth if you read the first book a while ago and it didn't encourage you to read on, I would advise you to do so. I didn't enjoy the first book much at all, and only after reading reviews of the second book did I decide to give it the benefit of the doubt. I'm so glad I did.

I have Black House lined up to read next, which is a sequel to The Talisman, another Stephen King book that I think is in some ways similar to the Dark Tower. I am also planning to read the Wool trilogy, which was recommended to me. I'll give the Robin Hobbs series a try to I think - although I have one question about it - does it also cross over into non-fantasy stuff? I think one of the things I enjoy the most about the DT is how it isn't ALL in a 'fantasy' world - and isn't about goblins and dragons etc but about real people living lives that are in some way comparable to the 'normal' world.

isshoes · 19/10/2015 11:38

I'll give the Robin Hobbs series a try too*

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Naicecuppatea · 19/10/2015 12:11

Isshoes, glad you're enjoying the series too, I was devastated to finish them all! I also loved Black House, although for me not quite up to the Talisman, which I have read and re-read several times.

I have started the Robin Hobbs' Assassin's Apprentice and am liking it so far. No cross-over into non-fantasy yet, but the story line so far isn't too fantastical. If that makes any sense!

What is the Wool trilogy?

Bugrit, I liked the characters in the Dark Tower series, which you feel an empathy with (especially Roland). Also, the intricate weaving of all the separate lives and stories and worlds.

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isshoes · 19/10/2015 14:25

Naice have you read the Wind through the Keyhole? I probably will, although I don't know if I will want to go back to in time with the series, if that makes sense.

Not sure what the Wool trilogy is exactly, but I have been told that it is post-apocalyptic stuff, which is enough for me!

I'm just seriously dreading finishing the final book - although if the TV series does come out in a couple of years, as reported, that should keep me going! Who would play your ideal Roland, Eddie, Susannah and Jake?

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Naicecuppatea · 19/10/2015 17:19

I haven't read Wind through the Keyhole yet, no, must get that one!

Now that is a great question about ideal actors...I think Roland would be the hardest to get right (the right balance of rugged, odd, secretive and sexy). I will have to have a think.

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isshoes · 19/10/2015 17:41

I have heard that Javier Bardem, Russell Crowe and Viggo Mortensen have all been linked with the role. Personally I always picture Iain Glen.

RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie · 19/10/2015 19:17

I was really disappointed with, 'The Wind Through the Keyhole.'

Viggo a definite contender for Roland. Daniel Craig with dyed hair and a couple of years older could work - the eyes are on the right lines.

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