cross-posted from: https://lemm.ee/post/52922540

I’m finishing the Stormlight Archive series right now and I think I need something with a bit less of the murder / war / violence aspect that many fantasy books have.

Does anyone know some (not necessarily fantasy) fiction books that are less ‘depressing’ and are easy to read?

  • Contrariwise ( Contrariwise@literature.cafe ) English
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    2 years ago

    Cozy fantasy got you.

    A common recommendation is Travis Baldree’s “Legends & Lattes”, or if you prefer a space setting, try “The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet” by Becky Chambers.

    Even if they’re not quite what you’re looking for, they’re definitely a tonal shift from epic fantasy to cleanse your palate before the next series.

    Edit: you already received these recommendations in your cross-post, sorry.

  • Eq0 ( Eq0@literature.cafe ) 
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    2 years ago

    Outside of fantasy, actually very far from it: « Consider the lobster » is a collection of essays on mundane stuff, highlighting the weirdness of everyday (or not really everyday) life, such as fairs and cruises and porn.

    I loved it, it’s very reflexive - that some people find hard to read, others relaxing. If you think it might be your style, it’s absolutely worth a read !