Description
In a world teetering on the brink of war, where kingdoms clash and power shifts like sand, Joe Abercrombie masterfully introduces a cast of unforgettable characters whose paths are destined to collide. From the brutal Northman Logen Ninefingers to the cynical torturer Glokta and the ambitious nobleman Jezal dan Luthar, each character grapples with their own demons and desires amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and ancient magic. As the enigmatic mage Bayaz orchestrates events from the shadows, a perilous quest unfolds, testing the limits of loyalty, courage, and survival. This grimdark fantasy saga plunges readers into a morally ambiguous landscape, exploring themes of violence, ambition, and the true cost of power with sharp wit and unflinching realism.
Available Editions
paperback
Orion
Published Jan 1, 2007
536 pages
ISBN: 9780575079793
paperback
Orbit
Published Sep 8, 2015
536 pages
ISBN: 9780316387330
paperback
Orbit
Published Sep 8, 2015
ISBN: 9780316387316
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First Published
2006
Language
eng
Featured in Challenges
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie.