10 audiobooks for fans of Last Argument of Kings
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The Heroes
First Law World • Book 5
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same morally complex characters and dark wit to this standalone battle epic, deepening the gritty realism and political intrigue that defined *Last Argument of Kings*. *The Heroes* maintains Abercrombie's signature blend of brutal action and sardonic humor while exploring themes of loyalty and ambition through an intimate, multi-perspective lens that rewards devoted listeners.
★ 4.53 ABR Score (87.1K ratings)★ 4.35 Goodreads (77.8K) ★ 4.76 Audible (9.3K)More about this pick
Three brutal days of warfare over a worthless hill get Steven Pacey's full character treatment — his voice work turns each soldier into someone you'll remember.
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Best Served Cold
First Law World • Book 4
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same morally complex characters and dark humor to life, while Abercrombie maintains his signature blend of gritty action and character-driven storytelling that made *Last Argument of Kings* compelling. *Best Served Cold* delivers another revenge-fueled epic with the same cynical wit and intricate plotting, making it a natural continuation for listeners invested in Abercrombie's world.
★ 4.46 ABR Score (126.0K ratings)★ 4.25 Goodreads (113.4K) ★ 4.7 Audible (12.7K)More about this pick
Mercenary captain Monza survives assassination only to embark on methodical revenge against her former employers. Pacey inhabits each player in this chess game of betrayal with distinctive menace and wit.
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The Devils
The Devils • Book 1
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same morally complex characters and darkly witty dialogue that defined *Last Argument of Kings* to this equally gritty tale of ambition and betrayal. *The Devils* delivers Abercrombie's signature blend of cynical humor and visceral action with the same immersive listening experience that made the original so compelling.
★ 4.42 ABR Score (69.7K ratings)★ 4.22 Goodreads (62.8K) ★ 4.72 Audible (6.9K)More about this pick
Brother Diaz leads a squad of murderers and monsters on a holy mission requiring unholy methods in Abercrombie's new fantasy series. Steven Pacey returns to capture every brutal, darkly comic moment with his signature skill.
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Red Country
First Law World • Book 6
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Red Country delivers the same sharp wit and morally ambiguous characters that defined Last Argument of Kings, with Steven Pacey's masterful narration bringing equal depth to a grittier, more intimate story of revenge and survival in the First Law world.
★ 4.54 ABR Score (77.2K ratings)★ 4.32 Goodreads (66.8K) ★ 4.79 Audible (10.4K)More about this pick
Shy South pursues the kidnappers who burned her home and stole her siblings, accompanied only by oxen and her cowardly stepfather Lamb.
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Sharp Ends
First Law World • Book 7
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Sharp Ends delivers the same gritty, morally complex storytelling and dark humor that defines Last Argument of Kings, with Steven Pacey's masterful narration bringing equal intensity to these interconnected short stories set in the First Law world. The collection deepens your investment in the universe's characters and lore while maintaining the cynical tone and brutal realism you appreciated in the original novel.
★ 4.33 ABR Score (32.0K ratings)★ 4.11 Goodreads (27.7K) ★ 4.71 Audible (4.3K)More about this pick
Abercrombie's collection explores the First Law world's darkest corners through mercenaries, thieves, and bastards living on society's brutal margins. Steven Pacey brings distinct personality to each violent, morally complex tale.
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The Sound of Change
The Bards and Dragons Saga • Book 2
by Steve D. Wall
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same gritty authenticity and dark humor to *The Sound of Change* that made *Last Argument of Kings* so compelling, while Wall's exploration of power and moral ambiguity echoes Abercrombie's unflinching examination of flawed characters in a complex world. The narrator's ability to inhabit multiple perspectives with distinct voices creates an equally immersive listening experience across both epics.
★ 3.93 ABR Score (207 ratings)★ 4.32 Goodreads (95) ★ 4.73 Audible (112)More about this pick
Flintlock fantasy continues as exiled Ulric, silenced bard Dellioph, and despairing Gali flee pursuing dragons. Pacey returns to this gun-and-magic world with his signature character work.
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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
Narrated by Dick Hill, Tim Gerard Reynolds, Nick Podehl, Allyson Johnson, Christian Rodska, Emily Bauer
★ 3.74 ABR Score (1.3K ratings)★ 3.96 Goodreads (1.0K) ★ 4.13 Audible (246)More about this pick
Twenty-three fantasy authors contribute unrestrained tales without thematic constraints in this genre celebration. The six-narrator ensemble including Tim Gerard Reynolds and Nick Podehl brings remarkable variety to each story.
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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
Narrated by Scott Brick, Jonathan Frakes, Stana Katic, Inna Korobkina, Lee Meriwether, Claudia Black, Sophie Turner, Janis Ian, Iain Glen, Karen Dotrice, Various
★ 3.56 ABR Score (14.9K ratings)★ 3.67 Goodreads (13.2K) ★ 4.02 Audible (1.7K)More about this pick
Twenty-one authors contribute stories about deadly, complex female characters across genres from fantasy to noir, creating an anthology that celebrates dangerous femininity.
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The Butcher's Masquerade
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 5
Narrated by Jeff Hays
★ 4.88 ABR Score (135.3K ratings)★ 4.69 Goodreads (108.1K) ★ 4.94 Audible (27.2K)More about this pick
Carl and Princess Donut navigate a dinosaur-infested jungle floor while alien viewers vote on their survival. Hays captures the series' perfect blend of video game logic and genuine emotional stakes.
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Empire of Storms
Throne of Glass • Book 5
Narrated by Elizabeth Evans
★ 4.84 ABR Score (1.3M ratings)★ 4.63 Goodreads (1.3M) ★ 4.84 Audible (33.1K)More about this pick
Elizabeth Evans handles the emotional weight of Aelin's journey as she gathers allies and faces impossible choices in this penultimate Throne of Glass installment.
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