any suggestions for a new book to read

[Captain Ninja]

so i just finished my book and i am in need of something new to read, i have just finished reading some books by Raymond E fiest so none from him please. So could someone suggest a good fantasy or sci-fi book, I would preferable like something that is fast paced and has a real save the planet/galaxy feel.

 

[AvsJoe]

If you have not yet read In Conquest Born, DO IT NOW!

 

[LimitedPunctuation]

Mogworld

 

[Dudemeister]

Well they're not about saving planets or anything but I'd recommend 'Star Maker' and 'Last and First Men' by Olaf Stapledon.
Two of my favourite sci-fi books ever

 

[Thk13421]

A Game of Thrones

 

[the_pleasure_is_mine]

I just finished the Metro 2033 book.

Definitely a very good read.

 

[King Crab]

gene wolfe - book of the new sun

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Book_of_the_New_Sun

 

[dalek sec]

The Horus Hersey series from Warhammer 40K are pretty good, either that or Commissar Cain: Hero of the Imperium! I'd start with the Commissar Cain series, they're what got me into Warhammer 40K in general.

 

[Sonicron]

Sounds like you might enjoy some of the Black Library (Warhammer 40.000) stuff.
Check out "Brothers of the Snake" by Dan Abnett, I'd say that pretty much fits the description of what you're looking for.

 

[Sebenko]

If you're a fan of stalker, Roadside Picnic. It doesn't have a save the whatever feel, but it's a great book.

If you've ever played Metro 2033, get the book. It makes much more sense than the constant "Who the fuck are you?!" of the game. And a lot of the events are much cooler.

 

[Aerodyamic]

A Game of Thrones

I was going to suggest this series, or the last 3 years worth of Club International. Your choice.

 

[Yostbeef]

I just finished the Metro 2033 book.

Definitely a very good read.

Has that been published in English?

 

[the_pleasure_is_mine]

I just finished the Metro 2033 book.

Definitely a very good read.

Has that been published in English?

It was published in English 2 days before the game released.

 

[Yostbeef]

I just finished the Metro 2033 book.

Definitely a very good read.

Has that been published in English?

It was published in English 2 days before the game released.

Cool,just bought it on amazon cant wait.

 

[Serioli]

Fantasy you might try Night Angel trilogy by Brent Weeks or Farseer trilogy and Tawny man trilogy by Robin Hobb.

Iain M Banks has already been mentioned so you might try some Peter F Hamilton. (Has a variety of books, some world/galaxy altering, some not. For me he can be a bit hit and miss although I prefer his series more than his 'one-offs')

 

[hyperhammy]

The hitchikers guide to the galaxy. You will not regret it.

 

[gragimor]

The hitchikers guide to the galaxy. You will not regret it.

Don't forget to have a towel within reach while reading. Do not ask why, it will become clear later on.

 

[Kiju]

Play Mass Effect, and read all the dialogue that's given throughout the game. According to their reviews and/or boasts, that should be enough sci-fi book for you to last quite awhile.