Recommendations for fictional really good, well-written books to read?

[jambakenny]

I'm looking for books to read over the summer. I like fictional books, but nothing too crazy and out there. However, some fantasy books are okay. I like books that take place in our time and books that I can relate to. It's hard finding books that are well-written so I'm asking for some help. Keep in mind I'm 14 and a guy so please none of those romance books. I also don't like harry potter, don't know why, just not my thing. A list would be GREAT since I have a lot of time to read this summer. And if it's not too much trouble, a descrpition about the book would be awesome. (I'd like to know what it's about before checking it out)

 

[jondalar469]

Author: Raymond E. Feist
Universe: Midkemia.
Series: Riftwar Saga.
1. Magician: Apprentice
2. Magician: Master
3. Silverthorn
4. A Darkness At Sethanon
Series: Empire (with Janny Wurts).
1. Daughter of the Empire
2. Servant of the Empire
3. Mistress of the Empire
Series: Riftwar Legacy.
1. Krondor: The Betrayal
2. Krondor: The Assassins
3. Krondor: Tear of the Gods
Series: Krondor's Sons.
1. Prince of the Blood
2. The King's Buccaneer
Series: Serpentwar Saga.
1. Shadow of a Dark Queen
2. Rise of a Merchant Prince
3. Rage of a Demon King
4. Shards of a Broken Crown
Series: Conclave of Shadows.
1. Talon of the Silver Hawk
2. King of Foxes
3. Exile's Return
Series: Dark War.
1. Flight of the Night Hawks
2. Into a Dark Realm
3. Wrath of a Mad God