Series · 7 books

The First Law

by Joe Abercrombie

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4.17277 ratings22 reading · 549 want to read · 372 read

Description

This series follows the intertwined fates of a notorious barbarian, a vain nobleman, and a crippled torturer as they navigate a world on the brink of war. The books explore themes of ambition, betrayal, and the brutal realities of conflict, often set against a backdrop of political intrigue and shifting alliances.

Books in order

2006–2020

1

The Blade Itself2006 · 4.10 avg · 410 readers

2

Before They Are Hanged2007 · 4.15 avg · 171 readers

3

Last Argument of Kings2008 · 4.17 avg · 139 readers

3

The Trouble with Peace2020 · 4.60 avg · 42 readers

Extras

Outside the numbered order. You don’t need these to finish the series.

Best Served Cold2009 · 4.27 avg · 117 readers

The Heroes2011 · 5.00 avg · 31 readers

Red Country2012 · 4.15 avg · 33 readers

Known for

Across 7 books

Dark Fantasy Low Fantasy Grimdark Cynical Vengeful

Details

Books: 3 + 3 extras
Published: 2006–2020
Length: 2,215 pages · about 55 hours

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