10 Best Prophecy-Themed Fantasy Books Between Predictions and Destiny!
Hey book nerds! Everyone loves a good prophecy, right? Those cryptic words whispered by a mystical seer, words that can inspire hope, instill fear, or alter the course of kingdoms and nations. It's the stuff of every great fantasy novel. Prophecy drives the plot forward, sets up intriguing mystery, influences character's actions, and ultimately shapes the world of the novel – essentially the secret ingredient to a spellbinding fantasy tale! This list is your genie lamp, conjuring up the ten best prophecy-themed fantasy books! From age-old myths to compelling predictions of the future, tales of ordinary folks destined for greatness, to sagas where fate itself is another character, we've got you covered. Interestingly, the whole prophecy trope isn't just about the prediction itself but the irresistible journey between the prophecy and its fulfillment, its impact on our character's lives, and the drama it churns out along the way. So, if you're in the mood for plots laden with foretold doom, ambiguous prophetic riddles, and destinies on the grandest scale, or just want to explore the age-old struggle between free will and destiny, check this out! Dive in, and may you find your next fantasy favorite!
『Good Omens』
The classic collaboration from the internationally bestselling authors Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, soon to be an original series starring Michael Sheen and David Tennant. ?Season 2 of Good Omens coming soon! “Good Omens . . . is something like what would have happened if Thomas Pynchon, Tom Robbins and Don DeLillo had collaborated. Lots of literary inventiveness in the plotting and chunks of very good writing and characterization. It’s a wow. It would make one hell of a movie. Or a heavenly one. Take your pick.” —Washington Post According to The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch (the world's only completely accurate book of prophecies, written in 1655, before she exploded), the world will end on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. Just before dinner. So the armies of Good and Evil are amassing, Atlantis is rising, frogs are falling, tempers are flaring. Everything appears to be going according to Divine Plan. Except a somewhat fussy angel and a fast-living demon—both of whom have lived amongst Earth's mortals since The Beginning and have grown rather fond of the lifestyle—are not actually looking forward to the coming Rapture. And someone seems to have misplaced the Antichrist . . .
Author | Neil Gaiman/Terry Pratchett |
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Price | $9.99 |
Publisher | Harper Collins |
Release Date | Jun 28, 2011 |
Source | Google Books |
『The Dark Prophecy』
Leaving the safety of the demigod training ground, a disgraced Apollo embarks on a quest across North America to find a dangerous ancient-world Oracle while navigating the challenges of the evil Triumvirate.
Author | Rick Riordan |
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Price | unknown |
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Release Date | Oct 02, 2018 |
Source | Google Books |
『Wings of Fire 1: The Dragonet Prophecy』
Seven dragon tribes have been at war for generations. A secret movement called the Talons of Peace is determined to bring an end to the fighting, with the help of a prophecy. Five dragonets are enlisted, against their will, to end the terrible war. But when they escape their prison, the result may be more than intended . . .
Author | Tui T. Sutherland |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Scholastic UK |
Release Date | Jul 03, 2014 |
Source | Google Books |
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『Lost Hero, The (Heroes of Olympus, The, Book One)』
Jason has a problem. He doesn't remember anything before waking up on a school bus holding hands with a girl. Apparently she's his girlfriend Piper, his best friend is a kid named Leo, and they're all students in the Wilderness School, a boarding school for "bad kids." What he did to end up here, Jason has no idea—except that everything seems very wrong.
Author | Rick Riordan |
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Price | $7.99 |
Publisher | Disney Electronic Content |
Release Date | Jan 05, 2011 |
Source | Google Books |
『Child of the Prophecy: A Sevenwaters Novel 3』
The third book in the epic and compulsively readable Sevenwaters series Child of the Prophecy is the eagerly-awaited follow-up to the winner of the Aurealis Award Son of the Shadows and the international bestseller Daughter of the Forest. Raised in an isolated cove, Fainne has been sent to live at Sevenwaters and burdened with a terrible task. She must use whatever powers she can to prevent the Fair Folk winning back the Islands, no matter what the cost. Even if it means denying herself the one she loves. But can Fainne turn her back on the people she has come to care for? And can she bring herself to rid the world of the chosen one-child of the prophecy? PRAISE FOR THE SERIES "Enormously satisfying ... enchanting, deftly told" Good Reading "There are some series so lyrical, so well-conceived, that every new book is a delight, and this describes Marillier's Sevenwaters." The Weekend West "A rousing page-turner, a heady blending of romance, magic and battle" Booklist Fans of Marion Zimmer Bradley, Isobelle Carmody and Robin Hobb will love Juliet Marillier.
Author | Juliet Marillier |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Pan Australia |
Release Date | Nov 01, 2008 |
Source | Google Books |
『The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe』
To the creatures of Narnia, the children now represent hope. Led by the powerful lion Aslan, the children must defeat the White Witch and free all of Narnia from her icy spell.
Author | C. S. Lewis |
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Price | unknown |
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Release Date | Jan 01, 2005 |
Source | Google Books |
『The Choice of Magic』
The ancient magic of wizards was anything but dark. It was the enlightenment that lifted humanity from the squalor of superstition, and the worship of fell spirits and capricious gods, but those days are gone. The shining glory of the sorcerers burned away the subtlety of wisdom, replacing it with easy power, held only in the hands of the elite—a new age built upon the elemental supremacy of aristocrats and the ignorance of the masses. But this will change, for the greatest power comes with knowledge, and the deeper teachings of wizardry have not been utterly lost. The last wizard of the old tradition still survives in solitude, nursing tired grudges and waiting for death. His passing might have gone unnoticed, but for the imposition of a youth too stubborn to accept his refusal to take an apprentice. With a new student comes new hope, and that hope has caused old powers to stir again. That the world will change is inevitable, but the shape of the future is anything but certain.
Author | Michael G. Manning |
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Price | $3.99 |
Publisher | Michael Manning |
Release Date | Aug 16, 2019 |
Source | Google Books |
『Legend』
"Legend doesn't merely survive the hype, it deserves it." From the New York Times bestselling author of The Young Elites What was once the western United States is now home to the Republic, a nation perpetually at war with its neighbors. Born into an elite family in one of the Republic's wealthiest districts, fifteen-year-old June is a prodigy being groomed for success in the Republic's highest military circles. Born into the slums, fifteen-year-old Day is the country's most wanted criminal. But his motives may not be as malicious as they seem. From very different worlds, June and Day have no reason to cross paths - until the day June's brother, Metias, is murdered and Day becomes the prime suspect. Caught in the ultimate game of cat and mouse, Day is in a race for his family's survival, while June seeks to avenge Metias's death. But in a shocking turn of events, the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together, and the sinister lengths their country will go to keep its secrets. Full of nonstop action, suspense, and romance, this novel is sure to move readers as much as it thrills.
Author | Marie Lu |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Penguin |
Release Date | Apr 16, 2013 |
Source | Google Books |
Well, there ya have it, folks! We've journeyed through time, dived into different realities and traversed unknown territories to explore ten of the best prophecy-themed fantasy novels that have perfectly blended immaculate predictions and potent destinies. These selected beauties have woven intricate tapestries of fate-defying plots, breathtaking characters and mind-bending prophecies that will leave you spellbound and lose track of time. They remind us how mind-blowing fantasy can be when it dances on the tightrope that staggeringly separates the esoteric world of prophecy and the relentless grind of destiny. Remember, there are no forts in the future, just a canvas of possibilities painted with the brush of today's decisions. So, grab yourself a comfy couch corner, a warm mug of your favorite beverage, and get teleported into these realm-defining narratives. Happy Fantasy Reading!
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