Fantasy Books For Women

If you are looking for some of the best Fantasy Books for Women (or any speculative fiction books written for girls), then read this guide It's no surprise that women want a different sort of fantasy book then do men. Many women complain speculative fiction books are almost all male-orientated. Fear not though. Not all the best books are for men! There are some great series in the genre for women! If you are a woman tired of male protagonists, pathetic female characters, and lousy romance, you've come to the right place!While the majority of books in the genre is geared towards males, there is indeed a fair amount of superb books in the genre for girls. I've created a recommendation list of the Top 10 Fantasy books for women.#1: Liveship Traders (Robin Hobb)Robin Hobb is one of the best writers in the Fantasy genre. Her characterization and writing skills are sublime. Robb has the ability to create magical (in every sense) worlds that really just suck you in. Hobb's handling
of romance is very well done. If you are looking for a book with a fascinating magical world with a very strong female protagonist, Liveship Traders will deliver this. This is one book that will appeal to both men and women alike - but I believe women will find the compelling female protagonist quite appealing.#2: The Sevenwaters Trilogy (Juliet Marillier)Without a doubt, Juliet Mariner is a master at creating realistic female characters. Her Sevenwaters Trilogy is a masterpiece - intelligent, complex, adventurous, and sad. This is Celtic speculative fiction with a well-realized world, well-developed romance, and a magical and mysterious world. This is very well-written fantasy for the girls!#3: Kushiel's Dart (Jacqueline Carey)Read this book and experience a gamut of emotions: passion, exultation and sadness. Kushiel's Dart is a superb read for both women and men - but especially women. If you are a women looking for some literature geared towards women, then Kushiel's Dar
t is just what you need. The female character is one of the most complex characters in the genre of fantasy. While the book can be read by both men and women, I think the strong female protagonist makes this novel especially appealing to women.#4: The Lions of Al-Rassan (Guy Gaverial Kay)This man has yet to write a bad book. Kay populates his landscapes with fully realized characters. Kay's female characters are always intelligent, thoughtful, and likable heroines. Kay is a wordsmith - he takes his art very seriously. If you are looking for some beautifully written, mature read that lacks all the magical power-ups prevalent in most modern fantasy books, then pick this series up. Women should enjoy the vivid characterization of the main (female) protagonist. A fantastical story for women that absolutely rocks!#5: Archangel (Sharon Shinn)If you are looking for a wonderful romance novel set in a fantastical landscape, definitely check this novel out. It's sort of a Science Fic
tion - Fantasy hybrid with a bit of re-imagined John Milton thrown along for the ride. This fantasy story has a great love story - it's interesting to the relationship between the two protagonists evolve from utter dislike to love. Those women looking for some heavy romance fantasy with a lot of character, check this book out.#6: The Ruins of Ambrai (Exiles, Vol. 1) (Melini Rawn)Melini Rawn is a great fantasy author who writes books geared towards women. This story is wholly character-driven, with complex assortment of characters and a very compelling world. Rawn's ability to create layered plots combined with her strong writing really makes this book something to be treasured. Without a doubt, this fantasy novel is a story that all women will love.#7: Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell (Susanna Clarke)Those women who are fans of Jane Austin and Lord of the Rings should definitely check this fantasy book out. It's written in the old Victorian style with lots of big words and
flowery prose. But the story, my oh my! It's fabulous. This is not really romantic fantasy (though it does have strong romantic elements), but this is one book that should not be missed. It's one of the best fantasy books out there and it's made my top 25 best fantasy books list.#8: Dragon and the Phoenix (Joanne Bertin)This novel is an outright romance hiding in the skin of a fantasy book. But it's also a good romance. If you love fantasy books and you love romance, then I urge you to read this book. This romance fantasy book has everything women might want in a fantasy novel: a powerful hero, strong romantic tension, love triangles, action, and an addicting plot. If there is a fantasy book for women subgenre, then this book definitely qualifies.#9: Dragon Prince Trilogy (Melini Rawn)Those ladies lusting after some epic fantasy for women, will find themselves quite satisfied with this novel. This novel is epic fantasy with a strong cast of dangerous females. The romance b
etween the male and female protagonists is the central focus of the book, but world building is pretty good. I felt this was sort of a Robert Jordan for girls series (though, the plot is completely different). It's good to see some epic fantasy for girls. Who says only men can read epic fantasy?#10: Rhapsody (Elizabeth Haydon)This is an interesting book. This is another "romance in fantasy clothing" book. Haydon creates an interesting world with a ton of romantic tension. This book makes no apologies about being a pure bodice ripper - so if you are looking for a fantasy novel with lots of romance and lots of sex, well, this book will be sure to deliver those in spades. Despite the heavy prevalence of romantic plots, Haydon's world building is quite good. There are different races, cultures, religions, and magics. I only recommend reading the first book in the series though - the sequels are not as good. If you want a fantasy book geared towards women, well, this book deliver
s. It's a fantasy book for women!

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