orangebandguy said:
I myself am reading The Horus Heresy series. I'm currently on Flight of the Eisenstein.
Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrel
Probably one of the greatest 21st century works of fiction, I personally feel that it emblematic of everything that our current society wants in a book. Or at the least western society.
It harks back to ancient romanticized ideals in the 18th century while also having an immersive plot, interesting and believable characters, comedy, tragedy, war and loss all without feeling rushed. It cleverly comments on modern society and the idea of modernity itself without being self-righteous.
I know I'm gushing but this is probably my favourite book of all time, definitely my deseert island novel.