5 ADULT Fantasy Series I NEED to Start in 2021 [CC]

TL;DR

Join me as I rank and discuss five critically acclaimed fantasy series that I plan to start reading this year.

Transcript

what up my channel? welcome back to another  video. i'm jesse and you're watching in this video i'm going to be talking about five  of the fantasy series that i would like to start   in 2021! these are all critically acclaimed  series, books that y'all have been dying to   get me to read and i'm really excited to finally  be getting to them because... Read More

Key Insights

• 🇻🇦 Fantasy readers are excited about highly acclaimed series like the Mistborn Trilogy, City of Stairs, Jade City and Jade War, Assassin's Apprentice, and Upon a Burning Throne.
• 🌍 Brandon Sanderson's world-building and immersive storytelling are highly regarded in the fantasy genre.
• ✊ The premise of gods as main characters and power politics intrigues readers in City of Stairs.
• ✊ Jade City and Jade War's unique magic system involving jade and power struggles within powerful families captivate readers.
• ❓ Robin Hobb's reputation for creating compelling characters draws readers to Assassin's Apprentice.
• 🧍 Upon a Burning Throne stands out due to its epic scope, diverse mythology, and non-western fantasy setting.
• ✊ The exploration of power dynamics through a magical lens is a common theme that attracts readers to these fantasy series.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why is the Mistborn Trilogy ranked fifth?

The Mistborn Trilogy is the fifth book on my list because I've heard incredible things about Brandon Sanderson's world-building and immersive storytelling, and I can't wait to delve into this highly acclaimed series.

Q: What makes City of Stairs intriguing?

City of Stairs captures my interest due to its fascinating premise of gods as main characters, power politics, and the mystery surrounding a broken city and its forgotten history.

Q: What excites you about Jade City and Jade War?

I'm excited about Jade City and Jade War because of the unique magic system involving jade, the exploration of power dynamics within powerful families, and the fact that it is a fantasy series written by a BIPOC author.

Q: Why are you drawn to Assassin's Apprentice?

I am drawn to Assassin's Apprentice because of Robin Hobb's reputation for creating compelling characters, and I'm a fan of character-driven stories. The premise of a young assassin with royal blood and magical abilities also intrigues me.

Q: What makes Upon a Burning Throne a must-read for you?

Upon a Burning Throne tops my list because it promises a sweeping and compelling epic with gods, demigods, and mortals struggling for power. The Indian fantasy setting and exploration of ancient Indian religion also make it a unique and enticing read.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The Mistborn Trilogy by Brandon Sanderson is ranked fifth and features a powerful ruler, a rebellion, and a street urchin with incredible powers.

• City of Stairs follows a diplomat solving a murder in a city where gods once ruled, revealing buried histories and vast conspiracies.

• Jade City and Jade War explore a world where green bone warriors use magical jade to wield power and defend their land.

• Assassin's Apprentice, the first book in the Farseer Trilogy, delves into the life of a young assassin with magical abilities.

• Upon a Burning Throne depicts gods, demigods, and mortals struggling for power in a burnt empire where sitting on the burning throne is a test.