Joseph Edward Abercrombie is a British fantasy writer and film editor. He is the author of The First Law trilogy, as well as other fantasy books in the same setting and a trilogy of young adult novels. His novel Half a King won the 2015 Locus Award for best young adult book. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Abercrombie
New to Joe?
Start with "The Age of Madness"
The most popular entry point is A Little Hatred. It introduces the core world-building and key themes found in the author's most acclaimed works.
The Age of Madness Series
Recommended reading order for the The Age of Madness universe.
The Devils Series
Recommended reading order for the The Devils universe.
The First Law Series
Recommended reading order for the The First Law universe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I start reading Joe Abercrombie?
For most new readers, the best place to start is the The Age of Madness series, beginning with the first book, "A Little Hatred".
How many series has Joe Abercrombie written?
We currently cover 3 series by Joe Abercrombie, spanning 10 books.
What is the correct reading order for Joe Abercrombie books?
We recommend reading each specific series in its Publication Order to preserve character reveals and plot twists as the author intended.