BOOK SERIES I FINISHED IN 2020 (adult & young adult fantasy & sci-fi books series)!!!

TL;DR

Megan discusses her favorite series in adult and young adult science fiction and fantasy that she finished or got caught up on in 2020.

Transcript

hey there my name is megan and welcome back to my channel today i'm going to be talking about all of the series that i finished or got caught up on in 2020 i'm going to be talking about adult science fiction and fantasy and young adult science fiction and fantasy but before we go ahead and get on into the books if you are not already subscribed to ... Read More

Key Insights

• 🩶 V.E. Schwab's Villain series features morally grey protagonists in a dark superhero story.
• 🤕 Robert Jackson Bennett's Founders series introduces a unique magic system with allegorical references to our current digital age.
• 🖤 Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archives has become one of Megan's favorite fantasy series, despite the lack of likeable characters.
• 🔬 Sylvain Neuvel's Themis Files combines science and political intrigue in an adult science fiction trilogy.
• 😬 Joe Abercrombie's First Law Trilogy features a cast of non-likeable, yet empathetic characters in a grim dark fantasy setting.
• 😘 Victoria Schwab's Monsters of Verity duology explores a world where monsters are created based on human sins.
• ✍️ Brigid Kemmerer's Curse Workers series is a Beauty and the Beast retelling with immersive writing and compelling characters.
• 👾 Brandon Sanderson's Skyward series offers a fun space alien fighter pilot narrative with a clever AI character.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is the Villain series by V.E. Schwab about?

The Villain series follows two college-age boys, Eli and Victor, who experiment with giving themselves superhuman powers. The books, Vicious and Vengeful, explore their journey, fallout, and morally grey protagonist.

Q: What makes the Stormlight Archives by Brandon Sanderson a favorite fantasy series?

The Stormlight Archives is a heavy series that follows multiple characters defending their kingdom. Although none of the characters are particularly likeable, readers can empathize with them, making it a unique and enjoyable read.

Q: What is the Monsters of Verity duology by Victoria Schwab about?

The Monsters of Verity duology is set in a world where monsters manifest depending on the sins of humans. The story follows August, a monster who wants to be human, and Kate, a human who wants to be ruthless like her father. Their paths cross, forcing them to work together.

Q: Can you explain the premise of the Curse Workers series by Brigid Kemmerer?

The Curse Workers series is a Beauty and the Beast retelling. It follows Harper, who is kidnapped to break the curse of Prince Bren. The series is known for its immersive writing and engaging storyline.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Megan discusses adult series like the Villain series by V.E. Schwab, the Founders series by Robert Jackson Bennett, the Stormlight Archives by Brandon Sanderson, the Themis Files by Sylvain Neuvel, and the First Law Trilogy by Joe Abercrombie.

• She also talks about young adult series including the Monsters of Verity duology by Victoria Schwab, the Curse Workers series by Brigid Kemmerer, the Skyward series by Brandon Sanderson, the This Mortal Coil trilogy by Emily Suvada, the Strange the Dreamer duology by Laini Taylor, and the Three Dark Crowns quartet by Kendare Blake.