Gega Khavtasi
asked
Nicholas Eames:
Hello Nick, if you had a friend who hasn't read any fantasy book except Lord of the Rings, what books would you recommend to him to get started? (not counting your work)
Nicholas Eames
Hey. Hmm...I think Joe Abercrombie is an excellent example of a modern fantasy author who, in my opinion, gets better with each book. He could either start at the very beginning or check out Joe's upcoming book The Devils, which is set in a while new world than his First Law series and is, I think, a great place to start.
The Lies of Locke Lamora (while not that modern anymore!) is fantastic as well, and works perfectly as a standalone.
Also, Red Rising! While it's technically sci-fi, I DO think it's probably the best story currently being told by any human being on earth, so that's always a great option!
Hope that helps!
The Lies of Locke Lamora (while not that modern anymore!) is fantastic as well, and works perfectly as a standalone.
Also, Red Rising! While it's technically sci-fi, I DO think it's probably the best story currently being told by any human being on earth, so that's always a great option!
Hope that helps!
More Answered Questions
Phil
asked
Nicholas Eames:
Hi Nicholas. Can't wait for Book 3. Had a quick question. I know you have said that you enjoy video games and often times you'll throw in some pop-culture into the prose. In Bloody Rose, there is a musical instrument named "Red Thirteen". I was just curious if this was a nod to the character from FF7? I know you said the FF series was a favorite of yours. (Sorry if asked/answered before.)
About Goodreads Q&A
Ask and answer questions about books!
You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.
See Featured Authors Answering Questions
Learn more