Hehe, I'm glad to hear that you loved that book as much as me, but sorry that my recommendation wasn't any use to you. I actually borrowed it from my mom, but I haven't been able to bring myself to give it back. I just might forget to do that until she asks about it. The idea of a movie about it makes me very nervous. I'm sure I'll go see it, but it's hard to imagine that it would translate well.

I quite enjoyed the Amber series, but I've actually never read any Eddings. Have you read any Sheri S. Tepper? She's mostly sci-fi, though sometimes she crosses with fantasy. I always enjoy her books. If you haven't read any of hers I would suggest starting with The Family Tree, my personal favorite.