⚔ THE FIRST LAW Trilogy is AMAZING! And You Should Read It NOW

⚔ THE FIRST LAW Trilogy is AMAZING! And You Should Read It NOW | Book Series Review

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It's about time I reviewed one of my favorite book series of all time - "The First Law" by Joe Abercrombie. I've mentioned my love for these books quite a few times on my channel before, but since I just got done rereading the trilogy - I thought this was the perfect time to tell you about it in more detail, and let you know why you absolutely should read it as soon as possible. Do you have a favorite dark fantasy book or series? Let me know in the comments!
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The Blade Itself (The First Law, book 1)
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Before They Are Hanged (The First Law, book 2)
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Last Argument of Kings (The First Law, book 3)
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Best Served Cold
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The Heroes
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Red Country
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A Little Hatred (The Age of Madness, book 1)
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The Trouble With Peace (The Age of Madness, book 2)
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The Wisdom of Crowds (The Age of Madness, book 3)
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@saly4762 3 жыл бұрын

Glokta is one of my favorite anti-hero characters

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Same here! Now many characters quite like him out there.

@asharastark6776 3 жыл бұрын

having just started it today and being only a few chapters in, I completely agree, he's my favourite

@johndodo2062 2 жыл бұрын

He's hilarious and way too smart. I still prefer Logan. The bloody 9 is fucking horrifying and Logan is just a big nice guy mostly. I just hope we get an explanation of how he got the demon in him

@Kodzuken8396 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best non spoilery review of The First Law. I am using this video to sell the series to my friends or anyone I want to recommend. Thanks for doing such an awesome job!!

@hybridhermit007 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, the greatest series of its kind

@mallaryroberts3346 3 жыл бұрын

I just started the third book today!

@asharastark6776 3 жыл бұрын

i just got the audiobook, thanks this sounds like my tea

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Yesss! Enjoy! :D

@asharastark6776 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend I'm really enjoying it, just starting chapter 10!

@matthewrobson981 3 жыл бұрын

Read the first two books traditionally. Currently reading the 3rd book along with the audiobook (science experiment to see that I actually have a good reading pace as long as I read distraction free). The audiobooks are top notch!

@GabrielKerr 2 жыл бұрын

Currently 60% through TBI on audio. It's been so fun. Excited for more!

@MrDewynter 2 жыл бұрын

Marianna, that was terrific. I have just finished the trilogy and you are spot on here. My best, and subscribed!

@devonmunn5728 3 жыл бұрын

This series I have been eyeing for a long time. Also the way you describe how you feel about this series is how i feel about I Am Not A Serial Killer. It's a book that will always have a special place in my heart for what it has done for me as well as the impact it has left on my life

@welldonebooks 3 жыл бұрын

This has been on my radar for literally years haha. but your rave review has pushed it back up my list. Going to put book 1 on hold at my library!

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

I really hope you love it!!

@armsiee Жыл бұрын

Just finished the 'Blade Itself!' on a friends recommendation. Completely agree with your analysis, best fantasy writing I have come across not the world and history making of Tolkien but the character driven format, hardly any exposition, show not tell makes a refreshing change from the normal tropes!

@thequestionmark2903 2 жыл бұрын

I have read the books and listening to you felt like you are talking my thoughts about them. Thank you. I am going to find audio versions of these books read them again.

@goldencherub 3 жыл бұрын

You've convinced me. I will absolutely read it at some point.

@vonstev1668 Жыл бұрын

The audiobooks are amazing. The narrator, Steven Pacey is remarkable.

@seamusb9012 3 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favourite series and its great to hear your thoughts!

@dmitryandreev6742 3 жыл бұрын

Just finished the last book in the trilogy today, and I find it hard to part with these characters and the fascinating world Joe Abercrombie created. However, the last book left me feel a bit dumbstruck, couldn't entirely believe the way things had turned out at the end. Some plot twists felt a bit predictable, while others left a hole in my heart for the characters who "went back to the mud ". Definitely check out other stand-alone novels later on. Thank you for the video and your thoughts on these novels.

@anthonydownie4055 3 жыл бұрын

I've read and listened to all of his stuff multiple times. They are the absolute best. All hail Nicomo Cosca! For me it's either The Heroes or Best Served Cold, but every one is absolutely class.

@MrLakaveli 3 жыл бұрын

I read the 6 books once and heard the Audios twice and iam still impressed and alwasy find something new.. Nice vid about 3 perfect and 6 very graet books. Nice channel new sub here. Greetz from germany

@stupewpew8295 3 жыл бұрын

You converted me! I’m finishing up The blade itself trilogy (after your review.) I was wondering where to go next, now I know :)

@airixxxx 3 жыл бұрын

As a huge GRRM and JRRT fan I will give this a try. Thanks for the recommendation.

@stephusedtohaveachannel 3 жыл бұрын

I've heard of this series but your review makes me feel like I neeeeeeed to read this! also dang those hardcovers are BEAUTIFUL

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

OMG, I'm so curious how you would feel about these! I don't know if you've ever read any grimdark, it's quite an experience 😈

@zachpajak7493 3 жыл бұрын

NICE!!! The only Joe Abercrombie I've read is 'Some Desperado', a short story in 'Dangerous Women', an anthology of short stories/novellas edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois that features many different writers and, well, dangerous women characters! You're TOTALLY right about Abercrombie's writing of action scenes -- I, too, can get confused as to what's happening during action scenes in stories, but 'Some Desperado' was in a way like one big action set piece, and Abercrombie writes it all so clearly that it's just very natural and easy to visualize. On my to-reads/listens are 'The Blade Itself' and ‘Half a King' )) As always, thank you for the wonderful video!!! (and cool background music, too) ))

@MarcAmAlb 2 жыл бұрын

An absolute masterpiece. Glotka and Logen are two of my favourite characters of all time.

@outcastassets6863 2 жыл бұрын

Glotka had like two good chapters so far. But Logan's pics chapters has been amazing!!

@johndodo2062 2 жыл бұрын

@@outcastassets6863 glockta gets better thrive the books and better still in the 3 books after this

@michaelwagner30 3 жыл бұрын

Just before they are hanged yesterday. Such a fun series. And you’re right, I recommend them to just about everyone

@XanderWhat 3 жыл бұрын

I've been reading through the whole series, currently on The Heroes. It's amazing!

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

You're one ahead of me then - I'm on "Best Served Cold", loving it as well ))

@muttineni03 3 жыл бұрын

Imo this is the best First law trilogy review, really enjoyed it👍

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you so much, you're too kind

@warrengent8180 2 жыл бұрын

Loved it, an amazing series I currently reading best served cold.

@dee-wreck 3 жыл бұрын

I've been pining after a good audible book since I've been caught up on Stormlight Archive. Thanks for the suggestion.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Yesss! I hope you end up loving these as much as I do))

@dee-wreck 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend Already on book 2. San dan Glokta is just a treasure of a character.

@dallascowboyshighlights9632 3 жыл бұрын

I just downloaded the first book in the series after you mentioned it in your monthly recap.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I hope you love it!

@xabulense 3 жыл бұрын

All of this seen right up my alley. Definitely I'll give them a try. Thanks Marianna.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I hope you love them!

@DennisCNolasco 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, I need to finish the trilogy.

@denisematthews6502 3 жыл бұрын

I just finished the first book, The Blade itself. Wow what an amazing book, love the style of writing, the characters. Highly recommend it. Can't wait to read Number 2

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, you are in for a TREAT )) Let me know what you think of the rest of the series!

@patriciaspindle7960 3 жыл бұрын

What an excellent book review. It's so refreshing to find a book reviewer that doesn't spend half the duration of the video squirming and/or fangirling instead of giving actual information about the book. So, thank you for that! I am interested in reading this trilogy but there are certain things that I can't deal with (like babies beign murdered, which is why I abandones GoT), is anything like that in the books?

@sgtslick7 2 жыл бұрын

Nah, no babies die. Its violent for sure in parts but its not gratuitous. Also, I personally find a lot of the violence to be kind of exaggerated in a funny kind of comic book way if that makes sense. Like in one scene, Logan headbutts this guys' face "billy goat" style Abercrombie describes it as. Caving in his cheekbones, breaking his jaw etc. This is probably the most violent scene in the books and it sounds pretty extreme I know, but its not like some graphically violent books/descriptions where it makes you feel squeamish (not for me anyway), its kind of fun, in a sick way ^^

@patriciaspindle7960 2 жыл бұрын

That is a huge relief, thank you!

@aaronwiseman2183 3 жыл бұрын

Steven Pacey is a treasure, the audiobooks are so good.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Truly!

@jjnewbold Жыл бұрын

I might give these a try! I found the first Mistborn book a bit too complex, at least when I tried it. But I want to find some good adult fantasy.

@TheAnadromist 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for bringing Abercrombie to my attention Marianna.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Can't stop, won't stop ))

@Jzscrstsprstr 3 жыл бұрын

*Would you like to know more?* Why yes, I prepared The Blade Itself after the last time you mentioned it. It waits its turn patiently and confidently.

@NomadHokie 3 жыл бұрын

Read the first book in November. Loved it. Need to get to the 2nd. Great recco.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you loved it! Hope you continue the series soon!

@tomm7733 2 жыл бұрын

Almost finished the 3rd book. Nothing but amazing. Now my 2nd fav series behind the GOAT, Godfather, pathbearer, always number 1 Lord of the rings.

@oggarbagetea84 3 жыл бұрын

I've listened to the first one and was very impressed, can't wait till I can get to the second one! Have you read Name of the Wind yet?

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

I have not! I own the first two books of The Kingkiller Chronicle, but I will not read them until they commit to a release date for the third one - I don't need this to be another ASoIaF situation, it really bothers me being stuck in the middle of a series lol

@Eridi4na 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I had your way with words, Marianna! I'm going to direct everyone to this video from now on 😁

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Aww you're too kind 🙈 Thank you so much

@zemirukaiba 2 жыл бұрын

I just read the first glotka chapter and I'm in love! I love how humorous Abercrombie is, glotka is a mess of a man but I'm hungry to know more about him! The face I've imagined for him is walder frey from game of thrones, with less teeth, obviously!

@ethansteen8880 2 жыл бұрын

I imagined him more as someone with a lot of noble dignity but will fuck you up without a second thought if you slightly cross him

@GOffUnit Жыл бұрын

Heh, that was the image I had of him too, until I learned he was only in his thirties. I didn't know how to imagine his appearance after that, but I kept David Bradley's (Walder Frey's actor's) voice in my imagination.

@dukeon 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mari, just two quick questions. Are there any complex female characters in the series? I like fantasy a lot but now that I’ve read some series with a good mix of male and female characters, it kinda bugs me when a trilogy is just about unsavory men and wenches, if you know what I mean. Second question, how did you find out about Joe Abercrombie? I’ve read Jim Butcher and Neil Gaiman along with lots of traditional fantasy, but your videos are the first I’ve heard of Joe. He sounds really intriguing. Love your skull that nonchalantly appears throughout the video )) Nice touch 💀

@currangill430 3 жыл бұрын

I'm currently finishing up the last of the stand alone books Red Country an old friend returns ;)

@Sophias_booktube 9 ай бұрын

I like this girl she describe books better than most male book reviews in KZfaq.

@micaelagonzalez71 3 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to read this!

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you love it!

@thomasray 3 жыл бұрын

Okay, so I just finished Last Argument of Kings, and..... It was everything I wanted and more. So satisfying.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Yessss! So good! Glad you enjoyed it ))

@thomasray 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend the audio books are literal perfection

@hydra66 3 жыл бұрын

It's been over 10 years since I read the first law. I remember enjoying it for the characters and the dark sense of humour but I can't remember the specifics. I guess a reread won't be too dissimilar to reading it for the first time again.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

You should definitely reread it, I'm sure you'll fall in love with the characters even more.

@deanmccaskill5495 3 жыл бұрын

I think I’ve got em all in now. I think there’s one left to be published. Yeah I started with Best Served Cold amd I was all in.

@SEAKPhotog 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great. Gonna have to put them on my list. Thanks for terrific review. Have you read Gene Wolf's Book of the New Sun series from the 1980's? The main character is an executioner. It's dark sci-fi/fantasy set in a dystopian future. Might be right your alley.

@Jzscrstsprstr 3 жыл бұрын

And then maybe Marianna can tell us what it was actually about, haha.

@SEAKPhotog 3 жыл бұрын

@@Jzscrstsprstr 🤣

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

OK, I have to look into this because it sounds pretty wild)))

@SEAKPhotog 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend I admittedly haven't read it since, well, it was published. 😲 I'll be interested in your take on it. And maybe I'll have to re-read it.🤔

@Diana-ox6bq 3 жыл бұрын

Loved them!!😍

@FirstOfTheMagi Жыл бұрын

You're basically how I pictured Savine in the Age of Madness lol

@Klemeron 3 жыл бұрын

Get hyped for the new trilogy, it takes everything great before it and elevates it to absolute god levels.

@mattkrause1573 3 жыл бұрын

I'm deciding whether or not to read this for a third time, or continue with hilarious Terry Pratchett. Haven't started your review yet but IMO Best Served Cold may be his best book.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

I'm reading "Best Served Cold" right now, and I can't put it down! SO good!

@mattkrause1573 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Also I totally hear you when it comes to reading action scenes. Except in First Law. Sorcery indeed. Enjoy the journey.

@rarevidz100 3 жыл бұрын

ohh.. i am longing for a new book.. thanks marianna

@Pulsar77 3 жыл бұрын

This series has been high on my to-read list for many years, but RL got in the way. I really should get to them. Have you already read the Gentlemen Bastards books from Scott Lynch? That series is perfect for you. And if you're really into grimdark, Malazan is as dark as it gets.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

I'm definitely planning to finally read some Scott Lynch this fall - those books have been on my to-read list for YEARS, so this year I am determined to read them. I keep thinking about Malazan, everyone always recommends them, but that series is so long - it's been intimidating me forever haha

@Pulsar77 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend You're going to love Lynch. I have no doubt that Lies Of Locke Lamora will become one of your favourite books of all time. Yes, Malazan is very intimidating. I got stuck halfway book 8 (so close!) and haven't picked it up in two years. Erikson writes the most spectacular book finales I've ever come across, but before that you always have to plow through 800 pages of slow build-up with lots of internal monologues, and it gets worse as the series progresses. It's been worth it every time, but it can definitely be a struggle.

@Helpimnoob 3 жыл бұрын

It doesn't particularly sound like its going to be my thing,(dark and gritty) but since I can listen to the audiobooks for free anyway I'll definitely be giving this a go soon. Currently I'm listening to the second book in the Riftwar saga. Those books seem pretty tame though.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

You never know, it might surprise you! IMO, the characters are just so interesting that it's impossible not to get pulled into the series. But yes, it does get dark from time to time.

@michaelfeeney6108 3 жыл бұрын

I read it in 2016. Recently re-read it (audiobooks- that narrator though!) I struggle with action scenes, but not with Abercrombie. As you said.. sorcery! I found myself nodding at this entire video. If you say you’ve continued the series, we differ there. I plan to read the rest this year. *Edit hah! Your reading plan is the same. I spoke too soon.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Do it! I'm loving "Best Served Cold" right now ))

@gamingwithlofty8187 3 жыл бұрын

Love these books, red country is my favourite so far

@orcanimal 3 жыл бұрын

For anyone who read the The First Law Trilogy: If you haven't read the follow up standalone books you simply HAVE TO. Especially if you're planning to read the new trilogy. The standalones are: -Best Served Cold - a heist/revenge story. -The Heroes - a 360 view of three-day battle with dire consequences. -Red Country - an achievement in genre-blending, and I'll say no more. These are all novels taking place in the same world, with focus on different characters, mostly new ones, but a few familiar ones too, sometimes taking the center stage or just showing up for various reasons. For most First Law series fans, the standalone novels (sometimes referred to as the standalone trilogy) are Abercrombie's best work. The books are loosely connected, taking place a few years apart from each other, and therefore best read in chronological order to avoid spoilers, as events in each one influence the other, even though most characters are different in each book. There is a consensus amongst Abercrombie's fans that the standalones are BETTER than the first trilogy, as Joe really experiments with genre blending and super creative character work here. They are simply fantastic, and two of them (Best Served Cold and Red Country) even take place in parts of the world we haven't seen before. It's impossible to recommend them enough.

@michaelfeeney6108 3 жыл бұрын

Severard and Frost ❤️

@blueeyed5074 3 жыл бұрын

Theverard and throst.

@samerhittini6156 3 жыл бұрын

thank you...looks interesting

@sgtslick7 2 жыл бұрын

Black swan (one of your favourite movies of all time), first law (one of your favourite book series of all time). Subscribed!! DING DING DING we have a Winner! A++ Channel I agree that before they are hanged is the best! So you get bonus marks, hence the additional +. What did you think of best served cold? Would love to hear your opinion of it. Also, do you feel he is improving as a writer? Did you think age of madness trilogy an improvement?

@FLIK510 3 жыл бұрын

Really want to read this someday now

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

You should!

@sjw4life546 3 жыл бұрын

A wizard or a sorcerer? I need that cleared up before I make my purchase!

@OrcaSpace 3 жыл бұрын

almost 50K subs! :)

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

So close!

@davesleyer9393 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought the last book for my girlfriend for Xmas she bought me the same thing lol. I haven’t read it yet but I think I’m gonna start now. His books get progressively better! If you haven’t read the “stand alone” novels DO IT NOW!!

@ImpressionBlend 2 жыл бұрын

Those are EXCELLENT gifts! I've read the standalones, "Best Served Cold" was definitely my favorite of the three. Will be diving into his "Age of Madness" trilogy next year.

@davesleyer9393 2 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend so much happens in age of madness. I need a refresher course in the first couple of books

@BrendonPatrickWatts 3 жыл бұрын

I've never met a fellow first law fan in person sadly :(

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

We only live on the Internet 🤣

@n0zenzur 3 жыл бұрын

Don't sleep on The Stormlight Archive though... by Sanderson.

@roopher2 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more.

@Cannotbetamed1 3 жыл бұрын

Okay, you’ve convinced me. I’ve had The Blade Itself on my Kindle for years. I’m going to start it next.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! I hope you love it as much as I did :D Let me know what you think!

@Cannotbetamed1 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend I read the first one. It was great! Such well developed characters, really enjoyed them all. I’m very much looking forward to seeing them all interacting together more in the next book. And you were right about the action scenes. I also have trouble following most of them in text but these were very clear and well written.

@matturso2224 3 жыл бұрын

Do those anniversary editions have a dust jacket or are they black like that? I've never seen one in person and I have been trying to decide if I want to buy those hardcovers. Thanks!

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

No dust jackets - they're just that cool-toned gray with silver. I wish they would print the rest of Abercrombie's books in matching hardcovers, especially the stand-alones because those are impossible to find in hardcover version.

@matturso2224 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend Thank you for your reply! That actually helped me decide! I like the design even though it's used by that publisher for all of their 10th anniversary editions, but I've never seen one in action. I'll pick up the trilogy now. I myself managed to pick up the standalone hardcovers, but I had to get them second-hand (though, like-new). I really liked your analysis of the trilogy too. Best Served Cold is what got me into the series and wanted to read the trilogy. Abercrombie makes grimdark fun.

@TheRICKY85 3 жыл бұрын

Have you read The Night Angel trilogy by Brent Weeks? It's my favourite series and is dark fantasy.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Ooo! I haven't, but I'll look into it. Thanks for the recommendation!

@abinashmohanty3201 3 жыл бұрын

You should make audiobook for Dune

@Shinigamiyuk 3 жыл бұрын

Dat b roll tho!

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Skillz, bruh!

@ferdouszulfiqur 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Please review movie Teen Witch. Thank you

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ronfoss7784 2 жыл бұрын

I friggin ' love this series!!!!! Man, that Best Served Cold was a titanic triumph!!! Whoof, Whoof, Whoof!!!!

@MrLakaveli 3 жыл бұрын

What happened to Ferro Logen and Schenkt and Monza?. Joe owes me answers

@jayhawks4life354 3 жыл бұрын

Sold.

@Brian_Boru 3 жыл бұрын

I've really been anticipating this video. I picked up "The Blade Itself" on your recommendation M., and truth be told, I didn't finish it. The writing style just didn't appeal to me even though the characters were finely drawn. I'm not giving up though. I'm going to pick it up and try again. I especially liked your comment about taking these novels as one big story in three acts, the first book being an introduction.

@micaelagonzalez71 5 ай бұрын

I can't find your video about A Song of Ice and Fire. Did you hide it? 😢

@carnissa 2 жыл бұрын

My favourite book series

@t.j.cummings3026 Жыл бұрын

Sand dan Glotka is the greatest fantasy character in history.

@justjuanreader 3 жыл бұрын

I simply could not connect with book 1 at all (found it empty and inconsequential), but I totally might be persuaded into giving it a second chance because many people rave about it.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Is this a genre you generally enjoy or not really?

@mali8389 3 жыл бұрын

have you read mistborn?

@3choblast3r4 Жыл бұрын

I wish you had a spoiler review. P.s that version of the book (10th anniversary edition) don't ever, ever, ever order it online. There is zero % chance of getting an undamaged copy. The copy you get will 100% look like it's second hand. Like it was read multiple times over a 10 year period as someone's favorite book. And after reading it once yourself it will age another 20 years. The cover wipes away with the slightest touch ffs. I really regret not getting the other hardcovers which were also full size. And probably didn't have the horrible English way of dialogue with apostrophes instead of quotation marks. Which is crazy because I ordered these copies after reading 2 chapters on my ereader, liked it so much wanted some nice edition. And loved the cover on these.. man what a let down. Absolutely love the story to death. But my copies of the books, that I spend 50 euros on even though I already owned all three books on ereader are a horrific disappointment. And at this point I can't really sell them for a decent price since they are super beat up. And I can't get nicer versions because the other hardcover is no longer being sold where I live. P.s. like yours my 3 copies don't even match in the shade of their color. Or their style tbh, the first book has a completely different font for chapters etc. Ho, and if you're expecting something extra since this is an anniversary edition? Don't. No map. The writer doesn't like maps. There is only sorta fan maps basically that you can look up online. Zero artwork. In fact not even a Table of Contents! So which made it much harder to look stuff up when I wanted too. Such a shame for what are otherwise the 3 most brilliant books I've read in a long time

@gamingwithlofty8187 3 жыл бұрын

The shattered sea trilogy was a good read by Joe A 👌

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

I read "Half a King" a while ago, and meant to continue the trilogy, but didn't for some reason. I'll probably finish it once I'm done with his other books, but I found myself missing the darkness, as it's a YA trilogy so it's a lot more tame.

@LogenNineFingers43 3 жыл бұрын

I tried to start the audiobook but was thoroughly disappointed in the reader, spoiled by steven pacey :(

@Onmysheet 3 жыл бұрын

It's good to see you dressed Victorian for this video. Not sure it was intentional or not. 😀

@godofchaoskhorne5043 2 жыл бұрын

I just started reading this. Disliked the cover and wanted to change it on my ereader. Looked up the book covets and found these ...so tempted to order a hard cover. Man they look cool. Also will have to change the cover for my ereader since man the cover i have is fugly Also, the names writer keeps reminding me of that brand and the I think original covera of the books make it seem like some fashion magazine trying to be edgy

@GregKulevich 3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree that Joe Abercrombie has ruined all other fantasy books for me. There is no comparison. Joe Abercrombie is my favorite author. I have read all his published work. The Trouble With Peace is my current favorite, probably to be bypassed by The Wisdom of Crowds.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

I cannot wait to get into the second trilogy, but I'm loving "Best Served Cold" at the moment, so I can't complain.

@GregKulevich 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend Take your time and savor it.

@jaredrhaburn507 Жыл бұрын

I just finished the series and I was feeling great about 1st book, was intrigued by the 2nd book, but the 3rd hmmmm. It just died in the final arc. SMH

@phillipwebster7513 3 жыл бұрын

Say one thing for Marianna. Say she has great taste in books.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite comment now ❤️

@cinebeng6597 3 жыл бұрын

I am the first one!!!! Haha.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

Haha winning!

@arcanethink 3 жыл бұрын

Hah! Wait till you read Malazan. It's going to blow your brains apart.

@ImpressionBlend 3 жыл бұрын

The number of books in that series has been intimidating me for years, I'm not going to lie >.

@arcanethink 3 жыл бұрын

@@ImpressionBlend Do not. DO NOT be intimidated. You will miss out on it if you do that. You can take solace in knowing that you can take a break after book 4. So knowing that you only have 4 books to go through at once will make it seem much more approachable. Now having said that , Go for it!!! I want to see it pop up on your channel thumbnail one day. There's also a Malazan read along going on right now on KZfaq. Everyone's on their 2nd book with many more joining in everyday. Jump in.

@Wats06071 3 жыл бұрын

I read "The Blade itself" last year, and I agree with everything you said. This book is honestly much funnier than loads of supposedly funny books. And, I never ever thought that a torturer's POV would be my favourite. But, Gloktas' inner thoughts are pure gold. I read few chapters of the second one, but stopped. I am really put off by the very strong similarties to our real world. I mean "Angland", and "The Gurkish Empire"!!!. The Medieval Europe setting is also not very appealing to me anymore. I am just tired of it. So, I set it aside. *Semi-Spoilers* My question: Does the rest of the trilogy follow the real world historic arc? because, I have no interest reading the rise of the British Empire. I really hope the answer is No.

@AbyssalGigantism 3 жыл бұрын

I'd really like to help you, but I don't really know how to answer your question, since it sounds like you have multiple issues with the books. If you're put off by the fact that the nations in this world are clearly inspired by real historical cultures, that's not going to change. Abecrombie is pretty upfront about the fact that the Gurkish are essentially the Ottomans while the Union represents a European colonial Empire (although he sees it less as a British Empire analogue and more like a mix between the Holy Roman Empire and the Venetian Republic). If the generic medieval setting bothers you, the subsequent books in the series show a clear technological progress from a late medieval/early Renaissance level to a more industrialized society, and the stories become more varied and less concerned with subverting the basic tropes of the fantasy genre. "Red Country" in particular has much more in common with a Western than a medieval fantasy novel in terms of narrative structure and aesthetics. As for your "rise of the British Empire" concern, I'm not sure what you mean by that, since the Union already is a colonial empire from the story's beginning. If you're worried that the books have a pro-imperialism narrative, I can assure you that's not the case - quite the opposite, in fact, as the Union and the Gurkish Empire are portrayed as equally repressive and expansionist. The only major difference between the two is that one justifies its conquests with capitalism and the other with religion.

@Wats06071 3 жыл бұрын

@@AbyssalGigantism Thank you very much. I honestly appreciate that. Your answer is perfect!

@cloneunknown3153 3 жыл бұрын

🎥

@rorilee9791 3 жыл бұрын

Irrelevant to the topic, but gorgeous lipstick!

@currangill430 3 жыл бұрын

Out of the trilogy: LAOK > BTAH> TBI

@PsyCrowZer0 2 жыл бұрын

bro his name isn't giselle it's JE ZAL

@MrLakaveli 3 жыл бұрын

Best high fantasy ever better than GOT because it Ended. Only the name of the Wind will Come close one day.... Patricks king killer chronic

@garrymugen486 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Marianna please check into Geo-Targeting your Amazon affiliate links (geniuslink etc), so us outside the US can still support you. Awesome Review, please also updates links with the Graphic Novel version that you used in the video, please and thank you.