10 books for fans of Red Country
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Before They Are Hanged
The First Law • Book 2
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same dark humor and morally complex characters to life, deepening the gritty, character-driven storytelling that makes Red Country so compelling. Before They Are Hanged expands Abercrombie's world with equally cynical wit and brutal consequences, delivering a listening experience that rewards the trust you've already placed in both creator and narrator.
★ 4.36 Goodreads (221.5K ratings) - 2
The Blade Itself
The First Law Trilogy • Book 1
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same gritty, character-driven storytelling to life, capturing Abercrombie's dark humor and morally complex protagonists with equal brilliance. The Blade Itself establishes the First Law world with the same cynical tone and visceral action that makes Red Country compelling, while offering a deeper exploration of how violence and ambition corrupt even the most well-intentioned characters.
★ 4.22 Goodreads (317.5K ratings) - 3
Last Argument of Kings
The First Law • Book 3
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same morally complex characters and dark humor to life, deepening the cynical tone that defines Abercrombie's world. Last Argument of Kings expands on the brutal themes of ambition and consequence established in Red Country, offering a richer narrative landscape across its extended runtime.
★ 4.37 Goodreads (204.4K ratings) - 4
The Devils
The Devils • Book 1
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same dark humor and morally complex characters to life in *The Devils*, while Abercrombie deepens his exploration of ambition and betrayal across an even grander scope. The audiobook's extended runtime allows for richer world-building and character development that rewards listeners already attuned to Abercrombie's cynical, propulsive storytelling style.
★ 4.22 Goodreads (62.8K ratings) - 5
Unbound
Annwn Cycle #The Dead's Revenant • Book 1
by Shawn Speakman, Terry Brooks, Seanan McGuire, Mark Lawrence, Anthony Ryan, Tim Marquitz, Brian Staveley, Michael J. Sullivan, John Marco, Peter Orullian, Kat Richardson, Sam Sykes, Kristen Britain, Mazarkis Williams, Jim Butcher, Rachel Caine, Harry Connolly, Delilah S. Dawson, David Anthony Durham, Jason M. Hough, Mary Robinette Kowal, Joe Abercrombie
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Complete creative freedom yields twenty-three original tales spanning fantasy's full emotional spectrum. Some stories will devastate you while others demand late-night page-turning in this unthemed anthology.
★ 3.96 Goodreads (1.0K ratings) - 6
The Sound of Change
The Bards and Dragons Saga • Book 2
by Steve D. Wall
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same gritty, character-driven storytelling to *The Sound of Change*, delivering a richly immersive fantasy experience that rewards deep listening over its expansive runtime. Both works explore morally complex protagonists navigating dark, transformative worlds where personal stakes matter far more than grand heroics.
★ 4.32 Goodreads (95 ratings) - 7
Dangerous Women
The Dresden Files #13.1 - Bombshells
by George R.R. Martin, Gardner Dozois, Carrie Vaughn, Lev Gossman, Joe R. Lansdale, Megan Lindholm, Lawrence Block, Brandon Sanderson, Sharon Kay Penman, Lev Grossman, Nancy Kress, Diana Rowland, Diana Gabaldon, S.M. Stirling, Sam Sykes, Pat Cadigan, Caroline Spector, Joe Abercrombie, Megan Abbott, Cecelia Holland, Jim Butcher, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Melinda M. Snodgrass
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Fantasy heavyweights and crime writers unite to explore women who kill, scheme, and survive, including a new Dresden Files adventure and tales from Westeros.
★ 3.67 Goodreads (13.2K ratings) - 8
The Butcher's Masquerade
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 5
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Book five throws our dungeon crawlers into a prehistoric hunting ground where velociraptors are the least of their problems. The mysterious end-floor celebration promises answers about the aliens destroying Earth.
★ 4.69 Goodreads (108.1K ratings) - 9
Waybound
Cradle • Book 12
by Will Wight
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Lindon's journey from powerless Unsouled to cosmic warrior reaches its climax as he battles Dreadgods and rival Monarchs for Cradle's future—series finale delivered.
★ 4.62 Goodreads (23.6K ratings) - 10
The Primal Hunter 9: A LitRPG Adventure
The Primal Hunter • Book 9
by Zogarth
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Book nine finds Jake deeper in the multiverse, facing new challenges that test his evolving powers and strategic thinking. Zogarth maintains the series' addictive progression mechanics and world-building depth.
★ 4.61 Goodreads (9.0K ratings)