[Dendra]

I forgot to mention the Harry Dresden series by Jim Butcher. I've only read a couple of the books, but I live with and work with people who **devour** them when they come out. They are ticked I didn't mention the books earlier.

[nFEXion]

David Eddings - The Mallorean and the Belgariad
David Gemmel - The Dreani Saga
Terry Brooks - Shannara Series

Loved all of these series

[Fatima99]

Riftwar Saga by Raymond Feist
The Black Company, Glen Cook

to be continued as there are many more that aren't coming to mind just now