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Sergei Lukyanenko is a Russian writer who specializes in the fantasy genre. His first books were created back in the 1980s. Currently, his work is very popular. It is read not only by children, but also by adults. Sergey was born in Karatau, and studied at the medical institute as a doctor. But he didn’t like this job.
He began his literary work in 1986. Then his story was first published in one of the magazines. Soon his work becomes quite famous.
His first works were small but light stories called “Breach” and “Beyond the forest, where is the dastardly enemy.” Now he lives in Moscow with his family.
We present you a list of the 10 best books by Sergei Lukyanenko: a rating of the favorite science fiction works of most readers.
10 Dancing in the snow
The book titledDancing in the snow”is a fantastic novel that captivates from the very first pages of reading. The action of the book takes its reader far into the future.
The book tells about a young boy who, tired of complete hopelessness, goes in search of a better life for himself. The book is written very simply and is easy to read.
9. Boy and Darkness
The book “Boy and Darkness“Written by the author in 1997. The story is about our web of the universe, which is full of different worlds. In one of these worlds there is complete Darkness, or rather even dusk. She has her own life and her own truth.
The book is written for those who ask eternal questions that even scientists cannot answer. But, nevertheless, these questions torment humanity to this day. The book also contains many adventures and travels. For more details, be sure to read it.
8. Stars are cold toys
The book “Stars are cold toys” tells about humanity, which, having passed numerous trials, was still able to break through ignorance. The book is about how our Universe lives and develops in its farthest corners.
The entire book takes place around a young man named Peter. He is a simple pilot, but fate has repeatedly thrown him into the most diverse corners of our vast universe. He was able to go where no one has been before. He was able to touch an unknown force, to see with his own eyes other worlds that are invisible to our eyes in normal times. The book is written for a wide range of readers.
7. Depth
The book titledDepth” refers to the famous cycle of books by Sergei Lukyanenko. The book is written in a unique author’s style. Pretty unusual storyline.
The action takes place in the virtual city of Deeptown. The book is written in simple, understandable language. It will be a wonderful gift for a child who is interested in science fiction.
6. Spektr
«Spektr“- a famous novel by the writer, which tells about the real world, in which everyone has the opportunity to travel between different worlds.
The book takes place in 2018. The protagonist of the book is a private detective named Martin. He moves freely between worlds. At the same time, he constantly performs various assignments. At the very beginning of the novel, he has to find a girl who ran away from home.
Throughout the book, Martin is engaged in investigations and searches. The book is written quite interestingly and unusually. Read it to the end and you will be surprised how the novel ended.
5. Knights of the Forty Islands
The book titledKnights of the Forty Islandsis one of the author’s first novels. It was written in 1988. It was first published in 1992. It was then that many readers liked him. This work greatly glorified the author as an outstanding science fiction writer.
All the action takes place in the world of forty islands, which was created by alien creatures. They conduct research on the most promising children who are on Earth. They start creating doppelgangers and then place them on the island. They begin to fight for the right to return to their home. As weapons, they have simple wooden swords. It was this book by Sergei that was awarded some genre awards.
4. fake mirrors
«fake mirrorswas first published back in 1999, but is now quite popular among fantasy books. The novel is enjoyed by both adults and children.
The action in the book takes place in the city of Moscow and simultaneously in Deeptown. Events are also described in the virtual world, which everyone can freely leave and return back. But soon rumors begin to circulate that the Dark Diver has some abilities that help him kill in reality when he dies in the virtual world.
The protagonist named Leonid is trying to go through all the labyrinths of death to learn about the virtual world. He tries to return to normal, but it does not quite work out due to the new circumstances. He overcomes many difficulties in order to achieve what he wants.
3. The night Watch
One of the famous books is called “Night watch“. It was written in 1988. The book-novel consists of several stories, each of which has its own meaning. The action takes place in Moscow.
The book describes in detail another world – the world of Others. Wizards, mages, werewolves, vampires and many other creatures live in it. All creatures living there are divided into two categories – light and dark.
Good does not fight Evil, but is in an equal balance. No one becomes a threat to each other. In order for there to be a kind of balance between them, some kind of light magical effect is needed. The Watch monitors the observance of all orders. And the watch, as many people know, happens – day and night. Hence the titles of the other books.
The first part of the book tells the reader about how vampires from the world of Others hunt people, and especially a boy named Egor. What they want, why they started hunting, you can find out on the pages of the novel.
In the second part, all the dark ones begin to be killed in the city, and one of the main workers becomes a suspect in this case. To prove his innocence, he will have to face many things.
2. Reflection maze
«Reflection mazewas written back in 1997. Numerous others were released alongside this novel. The action takes place in St. Petersburg and in the virtual world of Deeptown. People have created a special virtual world where they can safely move around.
A diver named Leonid is trying to escape from an evil computer game that keeps many users stuck in it forever. This novel has won several awards. You can buy it at any bookstore.
1. Draft
At the top of our list of the best is a book called “Draft“. More recently, it was even made into a film, which premiered in 2018.
The main character of the book is Cyril. He faces unusual events in his life. At one point, his relatives and friends, friends, and beloved girl cease to recognize him. He randomly disappears even from the bases of civil services.
What happened to the hero, how he will get out of this situation, you can find out by reading the book.