A Little Hatred
A Little Hatred
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
The Union • Industrial Fantasy World
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Joe Abercrombie's A Little Hatred, the first book in the Age of Madness series, follows individuals navigating a period of industrial and political upheaval. It blends themes of power, war, and change, focusing on their personal struggles and the broader societal impacts during a transformative era.
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Review Roundup
Joe Abercrombie's A Little Hatred delivers a grim and gripping fantasy enriched with dark humor and complex characters. Critics praise its intricate plot and vivid world-building. However, some find the tone relentlessly bleak and the pacing uneven. Overall, fans of grimdark fantasy will likely appreciate its robust storytelling and moral ambiguity.
Who Should Read A Little Hatred?
A reader who enjoys intricate, gritty fantasy with morally complex characters will find A Little Hatred by Joe Abercrombie captivating. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones and Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn series will appreciate Abercrombie's dark, immersive world and sharp, multifaceted storytelling.
65,010 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Author Joe Abercrombie has been praised for his ability to blend traditional fantasy elements with modern themes, and A Little Hatred introduces industrial revolution settings to his established First Law world.
The book marks the beginning of a new trilogy, The Age of Madness, and continues the story in the same universe as his popular First Law series, featuring a mix of new characters and familiar ones from previous books.
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Joe Abercrombie is known for his incisive humor and gritty realism, and A Little Hatred continues to explore themes of power and revenge with his trademark dark wit.
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Novel • Fiction
The Union • Industrial Fantasy World
2019
Adult
18+ years
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