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The Anghara Kir Hama series by Alma Alexander is a sweeping epic fantasy series that follows the life of a young girl named Anghara as she navigates a world of magic, politics, and danger. The series is known for its rich world-building, intricate plotlines, and complex characters.
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The Emperor's Blades
Fans of the 'Anghara Kir Hama' series will appreciate the depth and detail of Brian Staveley's 'The Emperor's Blades'. This epic fantasy follows the lives of three royal siblings who must come to terms with their father's death and the dangers that threaten their kingdom. With a richly imagined world and complex characters, this book is a must-read for fans of political intrigue and high fantasy.
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The Goblin Emperor
For those who enjoyed the courtly intrigue and character-driven plot of 'Anghara Kir Hama', 'The Goblin Emperor' is a great choice. This standalone novel tells the story of a half-goblin, half-human prince who unexpectedly becomes emperor and must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics while also grappling with his own identity and place in the world.
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The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms
If you're looking for a fantasy series with complex world-building and a focus on family dynamics, try N.K. Jemisin's 'Inheritance' trilogy, starting with 'The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms'. This book follows a young woman who is thrust into the center of a political and magical struggle for power, and must navigate the treacherous waters of her own family's history and secrets.
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The Priory of the Orange Tree
Fans of epic fantasy with a strong female lead will enjoy Samantha Shannon's 'The Priory of the Orange Tree'. This standalone novel tells the story of a world on the brink of war, and the three women who must come together to save it. With a richly imagined world and complex characters, this book is a must-read for fans of political intrigue and high fantasy.
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The Steerswoman
If you enjoyed the intellectual puzzles and world-building in 'Anghara Kir Hama', you'll love 'The Steerswoman' by Rosemary Kirstein. This series follows a steerswoman, a member of a guild of explorers and scientists, who discovers a mysterious artifact that leads her on a journey to uncover the secrets of her world. With a strong focus on science, logic, and exploration, this series is a unique and engaging read.
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The Traitor Baru Cormorant
For those who enjoyed the political intrigue and complex characters in 'Anghara Kir Hama', 'The Traitor Baru Cormorant' is a must-read. This book follows a young woman who is recruited by a spy agency and must navigate the treacherous waters of colonialism, politics, and identity to achieve her goals. With a sharp focus on economics, politics, and colonialism, this book is a thought-provoking and engaging read.
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The Winner's Curse
If you're looking for a fantasy series with a focus on romance, politics, and class struggle, try Marie Rutkoski's 'The Winner's Trilogy', starting with 'The Winner's Curse'. This series follows a young woman who is sold into slavery and must navigate the treacherous waters of her new life while also falling in love with her owner. With a strong focus on character development and political intrigue, this series is a must-read for fans of romance and high fantasy.
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The City We Became
If you're looking for a fantasy series with a strong focus on diversity, politics, and urban fantasy, try N.K. Jemisin's 'The Great Cities' series, starting with 'The City We Became'. This series follows a group of individuals who must come together to protect their city from a supernatural threat. With a sharp focus on diversity, politics, and urban fantasy, this series is a must-read for fans of high fantasy and social justice.
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The Poppy War
For those who enjoyed the dark themes and complex characters in 'Anghara Kir Hama', 'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang is a must-read. This series follows a young woman who is recruited into a military academy and must navigate the treacherous waters of war, politics, and her own identity. With a sharp focus on war, trauma, and identity, this series is a thought-provoking and engaging read.
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