Lev Grossman
Lev Grossman is an American author and journalist, best known for his fantasy series 'The Magicians'. The series, often described as 'Harry Potter for adults', has received critical acclaim and was adapted into a popular television show. Grossman's work often explores themes of escapism, the nature of fantasy, and the complexities of adulthood. In addition to his novels, he has written for publications such as TIME and The New York Times.
Books
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1. The Magicians
The book follows a young man with a deep-seated love for a series of fantasy novels, who discovers that the magical world he's always dreamed of is real when he is unexpectedly admitted to an elite college of magic. As he learns to navigate the complexities of spellcasting and the social dynamics of his fellow magicians-in-training, he struggles with the darker sides of this fantastical world and his own desires. The story is a coming-of-age tale that blends the wonders of magic with the painful journey into adulthood, exploring themes of disillusionment, desire, and the search for identity and meaning in a world where even the impossible can happen.
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2. The Magician King
This novel is the second installment in a fantasy series that follows the journey of Quentin Coldwater, who has ascended from a high school senior obsessed with a series of fantasy novels to a powerful magician and a king of the magical land of Fillory. However, Quentin finds himself restless and yearning for a new adventure, which leads him on a quest that takes him back to Earth and then into the depths of his own dark past, as well as the history and heart of Fillory itself. Alongside old and new friends, Quentin explores the boundaries of magic and his own desires, ultimately confronting a powerful enemy and learning the heavy costs of heroism and the complex nature of happiness.
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