The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley (1983)

The Arthurian legend told through the eyes of its women — Morgan le Fay, Gwenhwyfar, and the priestesses of Avalon. It’s lush, feminist, and spiritual, transforming a well-worn myth into something profoundly new. Politics, religion, and gender all entwine in a sweeping retelling that’s as relevant now as ever.

Rating: 5/5