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Fantasy (Sci-Fi, as well, I guess) that got me reading..
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The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings)The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings) by J.R.R. Tolkien
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The first book-since probably 4th grade-that I actually read for pleasure outside of school. This is what got me back into reading!
The Two Towers (The Lord of the Rings, Part 2)The Two Towers (The Lord of the Rings, Part 2) by J.R.R. Tolkien
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Continuing on the Lord of the Rings series..
The Return of the King (The Lord of the Rings, Part 3)The Return of the King (The Lord of the Rings, Part 3) by J.R.R. Tolkien
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..and the Journey ends. The books are a little harder to read that a Young Adult book (since it isn't one), but it is totally worth it.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Book 1)Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Book 1) by J. K. Rowling
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Don't turn your nose up at these books. I promise that millions of people around the world can't all be wrong! SUCH easy reads.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Book 2)Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Book 2) by J. K. Rowling
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Book 3)Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Book 3) by J. K. Rowling
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This one is one of my two faves in the series.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Book 4)Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Book 4) by J. K. Rowling
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My other favorite. Ah, I love my trio together.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Book 5)Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Book 5) by J. K. Rowling
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The story grows darker..
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6)Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6) by J.K. Rowling
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Death becomes so real.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7)Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7) by J. K. Rowling
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One of the few finales to a series with which I have been completely satisfied. The second time through it was well worth it.
Eragon (Inheritance)Eragon (Inheritance) by Christopher Paolini
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Great book I found to buy me some time when I was waiting for Harry Potter. Turns out that I'm now waiting for it and finding other books to buy me time. Ironic?
Eldest (Inheritance)Eldest (Inheritance) by Christopher Paolini
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I read this back when I thought it was only going to be a trilogy.. but we have another one coming out after Brisingr.
Brisingr (Inheritance, Book 3)Brisingr (Inheritance, Book 3) by Christopher Paolini
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Haven't read it yet, but I sure am looking forward to it.
The Chronicles of NarniaThe Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis
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I'm just gonna keep this set all together on my list. I read them in chronological order instead of the order they were published (and also the order that the movies are coming out). I like my order a little better. These are books with SUCH a great message.
Twilight (The Twilight Saga, Book 1)Twilight (The Twilight Saga, Book 1) by Stephenie Meyer
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Who knew I was going to love books as much as Harry Potter?
New Moon (The Twilight Saga, Book 2)New Moon (The Twilight Saga, Book 2) by Stephenie Meyer
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The story isn't quite as happy as the first book, but it is completely necessary. Its not as easy on the heart as Twilight, but worth it nonetheless.
Eclipse (The Twilight Saga, Book 3)Eclipse (The Twilight Saga, Book 3) by Stephenie Meyer
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Only one more book left after this one! Eclipse had me turning the pages so fast, my hair was blowing in the wind. Sorry, cheesy comments are my favorite. I look forward to seeing what happens to my Edward and his Bella.
Breaking Dawn (The Twilight Saga, Book 4)Breaking Dawn (The Twilight Saga, Book 4) by Stephenie Meyer
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I'm biting my nails to nubs waiting on this one! I have addicted at least seven of my friends to this series--the youngest of which is nineteen. There is NO age limit.
A Great and Terrible Beauty (The Gemma Doyle Trilogy)A Great and Terrible Beauty (The Gemma Doyle Trilogy) by Libba Bray
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Found this series while buying time till Breaking Dawn came out. Its funny how many great books you find when you are waiting for a book to come out. This book was addicting.
Rebel Angels (The Gemma Doyle Trilogy)Rebel Angels (The Gemma Doyle Trilogy) by Libba Bray
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Continuing the trilogy. I have a thing for book series as you can see.
The Sweet Far Thing (The Gemma Doyle Trilogy)The Sweet Far Thing (The Gemma Doyle Trilogy) by Libba Bray
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I think I read a comment before I even read the book that said, "The best and worst book I've ever read." That pretty much sums it up. Take it as you will, but I'm glad I found this trilogy.