The Most Memorable LGBTQ+ Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books to Add to Your TBR

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Here are a few more recommendations for science fiction and fantasy books with LGBTQ+ themes or characters that may be worth adding to your TBR list:

The Red Rising series by Pierce Brown: This epic science fiction series follows the story of Darrow, a lowborn member of the Red class who is seeking to bring down the corrupt society of the Golds. One of the main characters is a lesbian.
The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis: While not explicitly LGBTQ+ in nature, the themes of love and acceptance in The Chronicles of Narnia have made it a beloved series among many in the LGBTQ+ community.
The Inheritance Cycle by Christopher Paolini: This epic fantasy series follows the story of Eragon, a farm boy who discovers he is the last of the Dragon Riders. One of the main characters is a gay man.
The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson: This epic fantasy novel is the first in the Stormlight Archive series and follows the story of a group of heroes as they struggle to save the world from an impending darkness. One of the main characters is a lesbian.
The First Law trilogy by Joe Abercrombie: This grimdark fantasy series follows the story of a group of misfits and outcasts as they navigate a brutal world filled with magic and political intrigue. One of the main characters is a bisexual man.

I hope these recommendations help you find your next favorite read! Let me know if you have any other questions.

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