What do you think of First Law?

Say one thing about Joe Abercrombie. Say he knows how to maintain character consistency.

Stop it Daniel, I am trying to finish Mistborn era 1, Gentlemen Bastards and The Witcher series. Screw it add to cart.

“Am I an evil man?” “You are the best man I know.”

Spot on about Glokta. He blew me away when I first read this series. Truly an incredible character.

I had my husband read these last year and he actually read them twice. He would make dark inappropriate Glokta quotes at work.

First Law is so much fun. Also, the narration of the Audiobooks was done SOOO well. The voice used to convey the story was fun. Glokta is one of my favorite characters in the darker aspects of fantasy. The inner dialogue for Glokta is just so much fun.

I've described Abercrombie as the bastard child of Martin and Pratchett (RIP). He has the grittiness of Martin, but there are scenes that will make you literally laugh out loud from surreal absurdity. Amazing books. The three spin off books are phenomenal too.

“You have to realistic about these things.”

I just finished re-reading this, one of my favorite series. I would sit down for dinner with Logan Nine fingers but he would have to leave the Bloody Nine at home.

Loved first law. Best Served Cold is like a Tarantino version of Count of Monte Cristo. Looking forward to your review when you get around to it.

Loved it even more on a second reading in preparation for A Little Hatred (the sequel trilogy) coming out starting this fall.

This trilogy is AMAZING!! A co worker recommended it to me many times. I just never got around to getting the book, didn't feel like buying it, to start reading it at the time. I had way to many books I had to get to, or so I thought at the time. After about a month or so of him asking me "You read it yet?". Me telling him "No, Jon, but I will get it." He got tired of the dance and took things into his own hands. He was so sure about the books that he came to work one day plopped his personal copy on my desk and said "Read it." I glanced down at the book sitting on my desk then I looked at him, a half smile on my face and said "Ok, Jon. Will do!" nodding absently. He walked away with the look of a man that was confident that he had just given someone the keys to a door that lead to something amazing and I did. I started reading that same day and I was hooked after the first book. Before I was done with book one I bought the other two so that way I would be able to just roll on to the next one. I read all three of them back to back to back and all I could say to Jon was wow!!! We talked about things and he always had this look on his face of a man that knew what was coming but wouldn't tell me because I just and to read it for myself but man was it good. I mean the way Joe is able to seed things that you didn't even know were things that he seeded till they blossomed in the end. His ability to weave threads throughout the story and to tie them together in a satisfying way in the end is just brilliant writing. After I was done I then recommended the trilogy to a buddy who then did what I did and kept saying he will until I gave him my bought copy and then he too fell in love with the books and has since surpassed me in reading the extended work beyond the trilogy. Bottom line. If you like GOT or LOTR or anything like that you will love this series!

I loved this series! I actually thought the three side novels were where Abercrombie really hit his stride. All three of them are EXCELLENT

I LOVE ASOIAF and this makes me want to read these books now.

"Why do I do this"?

Nicomo Cosca is one of my favourite characters ever written. Love all of Joe Abercrombie’s work. The First Law and it’s spin off novels and the Gentleman Bastard series are my favourite fantasy novels out there. I am champing at the bit for more!

I just started First Law to read in between Wheel of Time books and I love this story so far.....there's so much dark humor, and gritty reality to the descriptions and all the people. I like dark fantasy because authors like George R.R Martin and Joe Abercrombie don't hide from filth and hunger and disease and pain but they don't overuse it either. It all has a purpose. Characters suffer for a reason not just for the gore factor, or the "gross out" as Stephen King calls it (which I do enjoy as much as the next person but is something I read horror for, not fantasy)

Say one thing for Joe Abercrombie, say that he writes the most interesting characters you could hope for. Also, one of the more ballsy endings to any trilogy i have ever read. I came away with so much respect for his dedication to his characters.

I just found your channel and I'm so happy to hear someone talk about Joe Abercrombie! Absolutely love his books and I feel like I never hear anyone talk about him when talking about fantasy? I completely agree that Joe is pretty much the only one who can compete with George (and maybe even.... Surpass him...😶) I think your description of his writing is spot on! The characters, the believable plot progression, the tone. Everything. I feel a personal connection to his characters that no other author has managed to create. They stay with me and sometimes I find myself thinking about them even in my everyday life. They. Are. So. Real. I can't explain it, just read it haha

The Heroes is the best book, btw. But you really need a strong familiarity of the world and characters to fully appreciate it.

“Body found floating around docks........” ; )

The trilogy and the standalones are great. Edit: pls read the heroes

I started reading Eye of the World because of you. So far so good.

What I absolutely loved about these books was the way the author used inner dialogue and catch phrases. So hilarious, and really just gave that extra dimension to the character. Possibly my favourite series, though I did find it almost depressing at times and came away feel quite hopeless not going to lie. Still picked up best served cold though, and I can say that whilst no character will likely top glokta, the prose in the later novels is even better than the trilogy, a contrast of poetic beauty at times (yep he's actually surprisingly poetic) and to the point, harsh, vibrant and gritty descriptions. You can really tell Abercrombie has honed his craft, though the plot in the stand alones is quite simple (that doesn't matter to me, he's kinda like the Tarrintino of fanatsy, sort of). I also loved how at times when a certain troupe was being used, it was like you as the reader could tell abercrombie was aware that he was using almost a cliche, and have the character remark on it, no doubt saying something sarcastic and witty, showing us how the author is aware of what device he's using. I've honestly never read something like this, Daniel compares it to ASOIF which I also love, but its really different in my opinion.

Thank You Daniel. I've needed something to "really read" for a while. So good to be here again. Wow! 30K !! Looking good!! VOTE DAY :) BE THERE

I picked up mistborn and first law based on your recommendations and man have I loved both! To be honest I did check out other popular channels and am convinced that you are the best "booktuber" out there. Starting the wheel of time right now.

The First Law is definitely one of my favourite fantasy series. I would love to see HBO or Amazon pick up the series and give it the mainstream attention it deserves. I think it'd translate to TV quite well. Loved the one-off books too, especially 'The Heroes' which is my favourite book of the entire lot. SUPER excited for the new trilogy coming in September titled Age of Madness.

Hearing about this series in so many of your videos inspired me to buy it today! I'm really excited!

I just love this series so much. Especially the standalone novels following the trilogy.

Hey I just started reading The Blade Itself a week ago! I freaking love it! I have about 60 pages left and have ordered the other two books in the trilogy. Can’t wait to finish it!

I also bought the first six books in Wheel of Time. I already wanted to read the series but hearing you hype it up sold me on it

This is my next read. thanx man. your reccomendations havent let me down yet. subscribed too btw

This video was so on time! I just bought the trilogy on the local book fare and I can't wait to dive into the story! Thank you ^^

I purchased the books not long ago and haven't had the chance to read them just yet because the growing mountain of books I have waiting to read somehow keeps getting bigger than I mean for it to. Thank you for this recommendation, I feel quite happy with my purchase already just hearing the wonderful things you have to say about this really intriguing-sounding series. I cannot wait to eventually get to reading them

Yesss! I was just thinking about this while I was reading Before They Are Hanged today! So true.

I just finished book 1. This video made me decide to finish the series, because I wasn't going to.

Thanks. I'm currently listening to the audiobook (narrator is great) of the 1st book and enjoying it. The intro to Glokta in the 3rd chapter hooked me straight away

Started the Blade itself this week and I've been up late every night just tearing through it. Such a great book

Just bought the audiobook....so far ive read Stormlight and Lightbringer based off your recs and loved both, excited about First Law

Nobody is talking about the fourth book after the trilogy; Sharp Ends! It’s fantastic. It’s a series of short stories, mainly set before the original trilogy, all about the characters you came to love (and hate). Also with some new ones

Dude, read the other three books. Best Served Cold is one of the best standalone fantasy novels written in the 2000's, and the other two are JUST as good and maybe even a bit more rewarding. PLUS NEW BOOK THIS FALL!!! AHHH!!!!

I read the First Law series. I liked to so much, I actually then listened to the audible book. I loved it.

In addition to the stunning character development, Abercrombie writes better fight scenes than any author, living or dead. He totally changed the game with combat in literature. That, I feel, will be his lasting legacy.

I've read it. Original Trilogy and the other books as well: Best Served Cold, Red Country, and The Heroes. All are fantastic.

I think the reason I personally liked The First Law Trilogy, is because I love fantasy as a genre. The Trilogy isn't just "dark fantasy" - it's a deconstruction of the genre. It lampshades every trope we grew up to love from Tolkien, Hobb, and Jordan.

I absolutely loved The Blade Itself. I have not finished the trilogy yet, but like you I liked what I read very much.

I've only read the first book but I already am a fan. Daniel is right, this book will grab you by your fruits

I love the First Law Trilogy. I say with confidence that it's one of the best trilogies I've ever read. Highly addictive and really engaging reads

Dude, read the stand alones asap! The First Law and the stand alones are my favorite fantasy books. Abercrombie is a genius.

So I mistakenly posted on your older review of this book so I had to repost what I said here. Thanks for the WYSR on this series. I immediately went out and bought the first book after viewing this video and definitely am enjoying the book. Agree with you about the characters. They are so well written and definitely are (morally) grey. Glotka and Bayaz are incredible characters and that's not easy to say since I'm about half way through with Book 1 and EVERY character is incredibly well written. Thanks again for recommending this book/series. Love your channel and all of your vids. Keep up the awesome work.

Best book! I listen to audiobook and read the paperback. The audiobook has a really good narrator for the characters!

I was given "The Heroes" to read first, as it stood on its own fine and if fact it made it very interesting to see the Bloody Nine as a person instead of a story.

12 hours in Eye of the World (audible) and absolutely loving it (Mat makes a lot of dumb decisions tho.... still a lovable goof), and youre trying to give me another series to read? I hate and love you at the same time. Keep up the great content

it's probably one of my favorite if not my favorite fantasy series, i have rarely been sucked up into a book so much

Just started listening to this trilogy, got the audios given so hopefully get them listened to before the next stormlight archive audio is released, so far I'm loving it,

So far enjoying this a lot more than the other grimdark series I tried, namely Mark Lawrence's Prince Of Thorns series. Love the characters so far.

The First Law series is great. Out of the 6 main books, I loved Best Served cold the most. It is very very good...

I read these based on your recommendation and wasn't disappointed. I'm on thsecond stand alone book. Love it.

Joe Abercrombie’s ‘Half a King’ series is great too. More YA fantasy to be honest with much younger characters and a more YA-style plot, and way less grimdark, but the characters are still awesome.

I found myself getting really attached to Logan 9 fingers but this book trilogy is amazing

I picked this book up yesterday based on your recommendation. I hope I love it...even if I don’t have testicles for it to grab me by. Haha! Love your videos! Keep up the great work!

I really enjoy your 'Why you should read' videos. Well done.

Joe Abercrombie is my favorite fantasy author with "The Heros" being my favorite novel.

Definitely recommend keeping going with this book series...it gets a little dry in the middle sometimes but I just got to the final book and it is still excellent and compelling all the way to the end...continue with it...

Yeah, First Law is probably the best, most memorable, most wonderfully quotable fantasy series I've read in a long time, if not ever. Glokta's inner monologues give me life.

I am currently reading The Blade Itself. I'm loving it so far.

Just ordered it. I can't wait for it

this was actually my "next to read". i was about to start reading it right after i finish my current book

Totally agree about Glotka, brilliant character. I’m fond of the Dogman too.

Read the First Law Trilogy. Loved it. Currently reading Far Country by Joe Abercrombie. Loving this stand alone so far!

Agree, a very great story and plot - I never directly compared it to GoT but looking back I can see how they line up. Im on to Stormlight Archive now based on your 'why you should read' for that one - about 20% into book 3 and really appreciate the recommendation.

Yes! Character work is absolutely amazing & the best part of the trilogy

i think "first law" is the best sequel to asoiaf EASY very adaptable

Read it. Loved it. Also loved the next three companion books.

Joe abercrombie is seriously one of my favorite authors, he is so good. One of my favorite characters in the first law trilogy is Jezal luthor.

Really excited for Abercrombie's new trilogy!

Just found these books and wow! Only on book two - I do have issues getting past some of the very descriptive torture parts but I still love the books so far!

I think ASOIAF gets a bad reputation for not having good guys unfairly. There are good guys, the thing is they are not as heroic as good guys usually are in most other series.

The First Law got me back into fantasy. It is so freaking great. Currently doing a re-read to prepared for A Little Hatred in September.

Love these books. I'd also recommend the Shattered Sea series by the same author. It's more YA, but still great.

I wanna add that there are literally moments where I laugh out loud at these books, despite the gritty tone. Actually, the juxtaposition of gritty tone and lighthearted moments might contribute to the comedy (well not exactly lighthearted, some hilarious moments are during torture sessions…)

Hey Daniel! Love your review of this series. Do you think there's any chance of you reading the standalones in time for the release of Abercrombies newest book in the series " A little Hatred" come September?

Ardee was my favourite character. I wished there was more of her, but in general, Abercrombie did an amazing job of telling us about each character and letting g them develop in a way that made sense.

Started reading this based on your recommendation. Just finished the first trilogy. Loved it. Nothing can scratch that Game of Thrones itch but this came damn close. Going to start the rest. Love to hear your thoughts on that as well in a while.

The last chapter of the 3rd book made me start writing. That last moment fit the trilogy so fucking well. Open endings are the best.

Loved it!!!

This is actually my favorite book series. I still haven't finished Last Arguments of Kings ( the last one in the trilogy) but the first two books were really amazing

the thing i love about being a book reader is you are never out of great stories to read and world that will truly hook you and invade your mind. In movies, theres only a handful of epic fantasy that are great, and even fewer in video games. in all other mediums it seems like the list of truly great works that will keep you up at night wondering what will happen next is nothing compared to literature, in fact i often feel overwhelmed with books I want to read and worlds i want to know, and with flm/tv or games, I'm often left wishing there was more to enjoy.

I really like the First Law trilogy. I've read Best Served Cold and... the one about Bayaz and the cannons, and they are good, but I think the trilogy is better. I think it is because there is a little bit more mystery as to what is really going on, and I like magical elements and there is some fun magical payoff in the first three.

Yeah man! First law is the shit. New to the channel but you know your stuff and I'm enjoying the WOT news. Keep it up bro 🤘 the bloody nine is the shit

The first law world books are also amazing!

30 000 Subs, boom well done!

Great video. Its refreshing to see the opposite of gatekeeping going on. It helps me as a reader (who is 2/3 through the first book and koving so far) to not have someone reviewing from behind a wall of assumed lore. We need more of this style of booktube, and less of people that think you can't have an opinion on Tress because you havn't memorised the entire coppermind.

Daniel you read now classic fantasy. Could you please make a video about classic fantasy and have you read the last unicorn ?

I plan on reading this series eventually. But now I need to finish WoT, Witcher and so much more books! :D

Loved this Trilogy

I just started reading it two weeks ago actually, and I was surprised just how similar the writing is to ASOIAF.

You need to read the last book in that universe, "Red Country" I left it very satisfied

This will be my introduction to fantasy. Sounds right up my alley. I loved the show GOT, but I want something new. I think I will enjoy this. I want an exciting read.