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Epic series worth the commitment

Long series — five books or more — whose first book readers rate highest. Start here and settle in.
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1The Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyDouglas Adams · 1979
2The Way of KingsBrandon Sanderson · 2010
3The Lost HeroRick Riordan · 2010
4DuneFrank Herbert · 1965
5Harry Potter and the Philosopher's StoneJ. K. Rowling · 1997
6A Game of ThronesGeorge R. R. Martin · 1996
7Leviathan WakesJames S. A. Corey · 2011
8Old Man's WarJohn Scalzi · 2005
9Rendezvous with RamaArthur C. Clarke · 1973
10FoundationIsaac Asimov · 1951