What to Read if You Loved House of the Dragon
As the new season of ‘House of the Dragon’ kicks off, many of us will be hungering for more of what first drew us to the world of ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’ by George R.R. Martin. It has everything from political intrigue, betrayal, dragons, vast fantasy realms, terrifying creatures, dragons, and an amazing world where all of this is set. And have we mentioned dragons? We at EASON wanted to help you fill the void with some of the best fantasy books there are to offer. There are books if you want to dense, broad worldbuilding. There are series books for those who love politics and the struggle for power, books with amazing magic systems, and of course, dragons.
Fantasy Politics
The struggle for power in a fantasy world is always more compelling than anything real-life politics has to offer You can read about the sly, underhanded dealings of corrupt advisors, the poisonings and assassination attempts, the lies and propaganda knowing that you can at least close the book on the fantasy ones. However, this list of recommendations includes dark and gritty, realistic middle-of-the-road, and happy endings. You are sure to find something to suit your taste, and all of these series feature the messy complex and compelling fantasy politics that keep us hooked on this genre.
Epic Worldbuilding
One of the best things about the world of Westeros is the fact that it feels like a real world. It is broad, lived in and breathing. The way in which the religion, the food, the regional differences and the culture all impact the characters and the story are handled so well. If you appreciate the lengths to which authors go in crafting impeccable worlds to host their stories, here is a selection of some of the best.
Dragons
And of course, the one thing we really care about. Dragons. Where are the books that include dragons? Well, we hear you. Here are some of our favourite tales that feature our scaled friends. Whether you want to tame them, fight with them, or fight against them, books with dragons are always sure to be a thrill. Here are some of our favourites.
By George R.R. Martin
And finally, if you just can't get enough of Westeros, why not revisit the books behind Game of Thrones or explore deeper into House Targaryen and the history of the Seven Kingdoms?
