Discover books similar to "Twelve Houses" series

Katherine Addison

The Goblin Emperor

Fans of 'Twelve Houses' series will enjoy 'The Goblin Emperor' for its intricate political intrigue and well-developed fantasy world. This standalone novel follows a half-goblin, half-human prince who is thrust onto the throne after his father and older brothers are killed in a suspicious accident. The new emperor must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics while trying to bring unity to a kingdom divided by race and class.

N.K. Jemisin

The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms

If you're looking for a series with complex characters, political maneuverings, and a richly imagined fantasy world, try 'The Inheritance Trilogy' by N.K. Jemisin, starting with 'The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms'. Yeine, a young woman from a remote barbarian tribe, is summoned to the city of Sky, seat of the ruling Arameri family, after her mother's death. Thrust into a world of power struggles, gods, and mortals, Yeine must uncover the truth about her family's past and secure her place in the divine hierarchy.

Terry Goodkind

The Sword of Truth

If you're looking for a long-running fantasy series with intricate political intrigue and a well-developed magical system, try 'The Sword of Truth' by Terry Goodkind. The series follows Richard Cypher, a young woods guide, as he becomes embroiled in a world of magic, prophecy, and political machinations. With its large cast of characters, complex plotlines, and sweeping epic scope, this series will appeal to fans of 'Twelve Houses'.

Lois McMaster Bujold

The Curse of Chalion

Fans of 'Twelve Houses' will enjoy 'The Curse of Chalion' for its intricate political intrigue and well-developed fantasy world. The story follows Cazaril, a former soldier and courtier who returns to his homeland after years of exile, only to find himself caught up in a web of political machinations and supernatural forces. With its compelling characters, engaging plot, and richly imagined world, this standalone novel is a must-read for fans of Shinn's work.

Scott Lynch

The Lies of Locke Lamora

If you're looking for a series with complex characters, political maneuverings, and a richly imagined fantasy world, try 'The Gentleman Bastard Sequence' by Scott Lynch, starting with 'The Lies of Locke Lamora'. The series follows Locke Lamora, a master con artist, and his band of thieves as they navigate the treacherous waters of crime, politics, and magic in the city of Camorr. With its witty banter, engaging plot, and well-crafted worldbuilding, this series is a must-read for fans of Shinn's work.

Patrick Rothfuss

The Name of the Wind

Fans of 'Twelve Houses' will appreciate the blend of political intrigue and personal growth in 'The Name of the Wind', the first book in Patrick Rothfuss' 'Kingkiller Chronicle' series. The story follows Kvothe, a legendary musician, magician, and hero, as he recounts his life story to a traveling chronicler. With its engaging characters, intricate plotlines, and sweeping epic scope, this series is a must-read for fans of Shinn's work.

Rosemary Kirstein

The Steerswoman

If you're looking for a series with complex characters, political maneuverings, and a well-developed fantasy world, try 'The Steerswoman' series by Rosemary Kirstein, starting with 'The Steerswoman'. The series follows Rowan, a steerswoman, and her companion, Bel, as they navigate the treacherous waters of politics, science, and magic in a world where mysterious blue stones guide the way to hidden knowledge. With its engaging characters, intricate plotlines, and well-crafted worldbuilding, this series is a must-read for fans of Shinn's work.

Mark Lawrence

The Broken Empire

Fans of 'Twelve Houses' will appreciate the blend of political intrigue and personal growth in 'The Broken Empire' series by Mark Lawrence, starting with 'Prince of Thorns'. The series follows Jorg, a ruthless and cunning prince, as he navigates the treacherous waters of politics, war, and magic in a world where the strong rule with an iron fist. With its engaging characters, intricate plotlines, and sweeping epic scope, this series is a must-read for fans of Shinn's work.

Seth Dickinson

The Traitor Baru Cormorant

If you're looking for a series with complex characters, political maneuverings, and a well-developed fantasy world, try 'The Masquerade' series by Seth Dickinson, starting with 'The Traitor Baru Cormorant'. The series follows Baru Cormorant, a brilliant and ambitious young woman, as she navigates the treacherous waters of politics, economics, and magic in a world where the powerful Masquerade rules with an iron fist. With its engaging characters, intricate plotlines, and well-crafted worldbuilding, this series is a must-read for fans of Shinn's work.

R.F. Kuang

The Poppy War

Fans of 'Twelve Houses' will appreciate the blend of political intrigue and personal growth in 'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang. The series follows Rin, a war orphan from the poor side of society, as she navigates the treacherous waters of politics, war, and magic in a world where the powerful Federation of Nikara rules with an iron fist. With its engaging characters, intricate plotlines, and sweeping epic scope, this series is a must-read for fans of Shinn's work.