best fiction fantasy books 2022

Looking for the best fiction fantasy books to dive into in 2022? Look no further! In this article, we will take you on an enchanting journey through the realm of fantasy and recommend some of the finest novels that are set to captivate readers in the coming year.

1. "The Starless Sea" by Erin Morgenstern: Get ready to be mesmerized by Morgenstern's magical storytelling. This atmospheric tale follows a graduate student who stumbles upon a mysterious book that leads him into a hidden underground world. With lyrical prose and a mesmerizing plot, "The Starless Sea" is a must-read for fantasy lovers.

2. "The Blacktongue Thief" by Christopher Buehlman: This gripping and darkly humorous fantasy novel introduces readers to Kinch Na Shannack, a thief hired to steal a legendary stone. Packed with action, wit, and eccentric characters, Buehlman's debut in the fantasy genre is certain to leave readers eagerly awaiting more.

3. "The Jasmine Throne" by Tasha Suri: Set in a world inspired by ancient India, Suri weaves a tale of power, love, and revolution. As two women from different walks of life, one a captive princess and the other a maidservant, form an unlikely alliance, they set in motion a plan to overthrow the cruel rulers. "The Jasmine Throne" offers an enthralling blend of politics, magic, and romance.

4. "Malice" by Heather Walter: If you're a fan of fairy tale retellings, then "Malice" should be at the top of your reading list. This reimagining of "Sleeping Beauty" follows the story of Alyce, a dark princess who possesses a forbidden magic. As she grapples with dark desires and the looming curse, Alyce finds herself drawn into a dangerous game of power and secrets.

5. "Black Sun" by Rebecca Roanhorse: In this epic fantasy inspired by pre-Columbian Americas, Roanhorse introduces readers to a richly imagined world filled with political intrigue and ancient magic. Follow the stories of four characters whose destinies intertwine during a celestial event that occurs once every couple of centuries. "Black Sun" promises a thrilling adventure and a fresh take on world-building.

For even more fantasy recommendations and updates in 2022, consider exploring reputable fiction book websites such as Goodreads or Tor.com. These platforms provide a treasure trove of user reviews, author interviews, and book recommendations, allowing you to discover gems that suit your personal reading preferences.

Immerse yourself in the realms of magic, adventure, and wonder with these fantastic novels. Whether you prefer whimsical journeys or darker tales, there's bound to be a book on this list that will whisk you away to extraordinary realms. Happy reading!
Superior Golden Heroic Martial Arts System Fiction
Superior Golden Heroic Martial Arts System

System prompt: "Warning, the host violates the code of chivalry and morality, deducting one point of health attribute. When the health attribute reaches zero, the host will permanently lose the ability to reproduce." Su Mo roared at the system, "Damn it, is this the rhythm of practicing the Sunflower Treasure? No, I'm going to become stronger, I want all my attributes maxed out, I want..." ... The system is a bit annoying, inspiring Su Mo, a lazy and indulgent gangster, to become a generation of heroes. This is a story of leveling up and wandering in a world of martial arts in the city. Welcome to join the Divine Level Jin Yong Martial Arts System. Group number: , , , , . Second group number: , , , , .

435.23 Million words | 2020-11-09 23:24Update

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Godly brilliance Fiction
Godly brilliance

What is the Divine Emperor? Invincible in the six realms of the universe, the ruler of countless worlds. Inheriting the solitary dream, Zhang Shou travels back to a time ten thousand years ago, when the Divine Emperor is about to be born. With his weak body, he struggles in this world of talented heroes and merciless bloodshed, looking down upon all living beings! "Reign" with a length of ten thousand words, complete. "Fury Rides Through a Thousand Armies" with a length of ten thousand words, complete. "Record of Slaying Demons in the Eight Wastelands" with a length of ten thousand words, complete. The author promises steady updates and will never abandon the work. Martial cultivation: warrior, martial artist, secret martial artist, innate martial artist, martial arts master, Xuanwu sect, Heavenly Martial Arts Master, Martial Lord, Spiritual Martial Arts Lord. Spiritual cultivation: soul stabilization, soul observation, spirit nurturing, out-of-body experience, night wandering, resurrection, day wandering, body sculpting, true form. (Originally planned to be titled Divine Emperor, but someone else occupied the title, so I had to change it to a different character, hence this explanation.)

350.82 Million words | 2020-10-23 00:32Update

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Fairy and Demon Cultivation Together Fiction
Fairy and Demon Cultivation Together

Accidentally touching an ancient artifact, ordinary teenager Lin Hao crosses over to the realm of cultivation, cultivates to become the supreme ancient body, obtains the essence of chaos, seizes control of the creation of heaven and earth, refines eternal celestial power, and forges an unparalleled immortal consciousness...

709.40 Million words | 2023-03-26 14:26Update

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Your Highness, please restrain yourself! Fiction
Your Highness, please restrain yourself!

In ancient times, Liu Bei visited Zhuge Liang three times in his thatched cottage, seeking his assistance to obtain the throne. Nowadays, Taoyao Tao embarks on a quest for love, making three marriage proposals. She longs for a husband who is perfect for her. The second prince of the Dragon clan? No, she dislikes aquatic creatures. The grandson of the Jade Emperor? No, she desires freedom and doesn't want to be bound by the rules of the heavenly realm. The youngest son of the Demon King? He seems like a good choice, as he possesses a strikingly handsome appearance that drives

56.46 Million words | 2020-11-08 04:56Update

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Sword Emperor of the Demonic Realm Fiction
Sword Emperor of the Demonic Realm

Town of Ten Directions serves demons as ministers, enslaving gods from countless realms. Who is the greatest being throughout eternity? After the downfall of the Yun family, the young Yun Fangjing and his sister relied on each other for survival. For eleven years, they endured ridicule and mockery. Unexpectedly, Fangjing obtained the engraving of the Mountain and River Diagram, allowing him to cultivate the path of swordsmanship and refine the Thunder Seal. transcending all realms and reaching the pinnacle of the world. With a single swing, mountains and rivers shatter, and with a furious roar, all gods kneel!

555.17 Million words | 2020-07-25 14:02Update

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Space supremacy Fiction
Space supremacy

In the boundless land, who controls the rise and fall? In an era of prosperity, geniuses emerge endlessly. The reincarnation of the Devil King resurrects in the mortal realm. Who can stand out among countless geniuses? Who can save the world amidst chaos? Genius or waste? Born into a magical family as a magic waste, he had no choice but to embark on the path of martial arts. Unexpectedly, he embarked on a different path to godhood! This is my first book, seeking support, recommendations, collections, and guidance. Thank you! Special thanks to the cover group on the forum, especially the hardworking designer Yan Ula!

133.85 Million words | 2022-06-01 02:31Update

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Long live the king. Fiction
Long live the king.

A small figure with an extraordinary "golden thigh" transmigrated and became a small king, leaving behind an unconventional and invincible legend in this icy and cruel parallel world. New book "The Sword God Emperor" http://book.zongheng.com/book/.html

359.60 Million words | 2023-03-02 13:31Update

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Sword Immortal System Fiction
Sword Immortal System

After crossing over, it was essential to have a system. However, Ye Ming felt immense pressure. Main mission of the system: Choose a starting point and expand influence until standing at the top of this world. Mission failure: Elimination! With no other choice, Ye Ming gritted his teeth and began his struggle... Since I'm here, I might as well make the best of it. Although I am just a scholar, I hold a sword in my hand. With this sword alone, I can traverse the entire world and make it submit under my feet! P.S. I noticed someone asking about a group, so I created one. Group ID: [insert ID here]. Everyone is welcome to join!!!

260.81 Million words | 2020-08-04 01:50Update

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The Tao of Supreme deity Fiction
The Tao of Supreme deity

The so-called Law Cultivation involves harnessing the elemental power of the five elements of heaven and earth, wielding the might of wind, fire, thunder, and lightning. With a mere wave of the hand, one can unleash spells that can incinerate mountains and boil the seas. After just one night, the reality in the eyes of Purple Dust became "unusual," and from then on, he had to forge his own path, leaving no room for all other geniuses to proceed. In this vast and majestic world of the Law, dazzling spell battles, passionate clashes between geniuses, and the pursuit of becoming a supreme being in the realm of Law, who dares to contend?

90.72 Million words | 2022-02-19 03:30Update

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Infinity Slayer Fiction
Infinity Slayer

I gave everything to her, but all I got in return was betrayal. I made a promise to her, and she stayed true to it with her life. Why does fate play such tricks on me? When I had nothing, I yearned for the power to change the world. In order to grasp that opportunity, I willingly sacrificed my soul. If one day I possess enough power, I will show the ones who betrayed me what...despair is. Sealed bloodline, an

422.42 Million words | 2021-10-10 21:58Update

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Falling Stars Fiction
Falling Stars

A young boy living in an ordinary city, with a sharp mind. He once gained the attention of thousands of people. However, when he was nine years old, he unexpectedly saw something different in the sky. Since then, he began to have nightmares every day, dreaming of the apocalypse of mankind. Finally, at the age of nineteen, someone opened the gateway to another world for him. He finally arrived in this new world, only to find himself entangled in an even greater conspiracy. Who is truly right? Who should I believe?

85.38 Million words | 2023-01-22 08:16Update

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Dreamy Legend Journey Fiction
Dreamy Legend Journey

The only man who obtained the Chaos Stone left behind a message in the Land of Ascension. "The Chaos Stone that can make dreams come true truly exists!" The world has gone mad, with adventurers seeking freedom and those desiring immortality, all flocking to the legendary path. A new era has arrived! Tianyi, who grew up in Dongdao Palace, received spiritual guidance from the free-spirited adventurer, Shiyu, and decided to pursue his dreams and embark on the legendary path. In order

209.24 Million words | 2022-03-11 08:42Update

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Dragon Fight Fiction
Dragon Fight

The Flame and Yellow Dragon City, commanding the Central Plains, has a long-standing fallen aristocratic family. Until a domineering dragon breaks through the sky, battling thousands of dragons in the heavens, annihilating all living beings in the world. The contemporary dragon head sacrifices the heavens, sealing the dragon within his own son. Eighteen years later, during the Snake Year New Year ceremony, a desperate and inhuman dragon roar is emitted by a young man destined to live and die with the dragon, causing the entire land of the Nine Provinces to tremble... ******************************** Destiny is a real damn mess, as he flips off the heavens and says, "Don't call me

559.35 Million words | 2021-06-29 02:25Update

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Supreme Demon God's Covenant Fiction
Supreme Demon God's Covenant

Chuxiong, a middle school student, is betrayed by his friend and beaten to death. Unexpectedly, he crosses over to the land of Qi. Here, there is no fighting spirit, no magic. Chuxiong has no idea what awaits him. No matter how skilled he is, he still fears a kitchen knife. No matter how cool he dresses, one brick can knock him down. How will Chuxiong, living in times of peace, establish his determination to become strong? No knowledge of knives? No knowledge of swords? What about the Fangtian Huaji? Uh, what are all these things? How does one use them? Helpless, Chuxiong must decide his

461.89 Million words | 2023-03-06 06:10Update

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The Strongest Reader in History Fiction
The Strongest Reader in History

A roar shook the starry sky, obliterating the universe and burying an era. A mere thought caused worlds to tremble, as myriad souls worshipped, creating an epic tale. When a scheming youngster, well-versed in online novels, transmigrated into a different realm, equipped with the ability to navigate through any fantasy, cultivation, or supernatural story, what "wayward" actions would he undertake in his original world and other fictional realms? Take a trip back in time and delve into the colossal works of online literature. Explore hidden plotlines in thousands of novel worlds

222.91 Million words | 2023-06-05 08:44Update

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Dragon Soul in Another World Fiction
Dragon Soul in Another World

"The Supreme Martial Arts", with the support of many heroes! Book fan group: (already full), Second group Soul Calamity (newly established)

268.00 Million words | 2021-11-20 13:36Update

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Multiverse Express Fiction
Multiverse Express

"Great Sage, your package has arrived!" Zhu Li exclaimed to Sun Wukong under the Five Finger Mountain. Sun Wukong opened it and took out a large peach, taking a big bite. "Not bad, it still has the original recipe and the familiar taste. I'll give you a good review," Sun Wukong said, patting his monkey head that was already covered in small grass... "Miss Alice, this is your T-virus serum, please sign for it!" Zhu Li said to Alice. Alice looked at Zhu Li, with a puzzled expression on her face... "Young master Lin Dong, your ancestral symbol has arrived, please sign for it!" Zhu Li grinned at Lin Dong. Lin Dong: "..." ...This is a story about a delivery guy expanding his delivery business across countless worlds and dimensions!

490.62 Million words | 2021-05-21 11:51Update

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Unrelenting calamity Fiction
Unrelenting calamity

Born to be righteous, defying the heavens. Nine transformations of the heart, enduring ten thousand calamities to temper the body, revolving the wheel of destiny. With the demonic physique, the demonic blade, and the demonic resolve, treading on heavenly slopes and earthly grounds, transcending the ultimate, enduring the eternal cycle of calamities. [Many readers have provided feedback, so let's keep writing...]

331.12 Million words | 2023-01-06 16:46Update

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Sage of the Dao of Symbolism Fiction
Sage of the Dao of Symbolism

This is a world where practitioners cultivate spiritual energy and control the power of the heavens and the earth. With talismans in hand, ghosts and gods dare not approach. Talismans can create a solid ground, while incantations can summon wind and rain. Planting the seeds of talismans and watching them blossom will eventually lead to success. The Talisman Marquis can suppress ghosts, the Talisman King can battle demons, and the Talisman Emperor can raise an army from scattered beans. At this time, the Celestial Masters will govern the world, while the Holy Academy seeks to seize power. The ghost tribe in the north awaits an opportunity to invade the south, and the Eastern demonic beasts reveal their sharp teeth. Here, there is no Shang Dynasty, no Fengshen Yanyi; the power of the ghost tribe and the demonic tribe grows rapidly, while the human tribe has been oppressed for a thousand years without a new saint. In this critical moment for the survival of the human tribe, a young boy, plotted against, holds the Wheel of Apocalyptic Destruction, recites the Book of Changes, intimidates all realms, and walks the path of the highest talisman. The cultivation system of talismans includes Summoning Talismans, Condensing Talismans, Talisman Masters, Talisman Marquises, Talisman Kings, Talisman Emperors, Talisman Sects, Half Saints, Sub-Saints, and Supreme Saints.

275.95 Million words | 2023-01-15 23:55Update

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Twin Asura Kings Fiction
Twin Asura Kings

Life and death. Yin and yang. Black and white. Good and evil. God and demon. Capital and temple. Corona and eclipse. Light and darkness. All choices in the world are dualistic. Regardless of which path you choose, as long as you reach the extreme, you will become an unparalleled powerhouse. However, there was a young man who, against all odds, chose a path that no one dared to tread, walking between gods and demons in defiance of their anger. Why did he make such a choice? Can he withstand the wrath of the heavens and reach the end? What kind of world lies beyond the door that he sees after pushing open the sighing wall that had been sealed for many years? Witness all of this in "Twin Asura King."

144.80 Million words | 2021-10-15 05:35Update

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