10 audiobooks for fans of The Devils
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The Trouble with Peace
The Age of Madness • Book 2
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same gritty, darkly comedic voice to *The Trouble with Peace*, maintaining the morally complex characters and cynical humor that define *The Devils*. The audiobook delivers another sprawling tale of political intrigue and flawed protagonists with that distinctive blend of violence, wit, and world-weary wisdom that makes Abercrombie's prose particularly rewarding when heard aloud.
★ 4.75 ABR Score (56.2K ratings)★ 4.6 Goodreads (46.4K) ★ 4.86 Audible (9.8K)More about this pick
Steven Pacey's narration transforms this political dark fantasy into something almost Shakespearean—his voice work elevates already sharp character writing into genuinely unforgettable performances you'll hear in your head for months.
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The Wisdom of Crowds
The Age of Madness • Book 3
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same morally complex characters and dark wit to *The Wisdom of Crowds*, delivering another immersive dive into Abercrombie's gritty fantasy world with virtually identical runtime and narrative depth. The sequel maintains the author's signature blend of cynical humor, political intrigue, and character-driven storytelling that made *The Devils* compelling, offering a seamless continuation for listeners invested in his distinctive voice.
★ 4.74 ABR Score (50.4K ratings)★ 4.6 Goodreads (41.3K) ★ 4.85 Audible (9.1K)More about this pick
Steven Pacey transforms Abercrombie's sprawling revolution into a masterclass in character voices, making each schemer's descent through chaos feel devastatingly personal across 24 hours of pure narrative grip.
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Before They Are Hanged
The First Law • Book 2
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same morally complex characters and dark humor to life, deepening the cynical tone that makes Abercrombie's fantasy so compelling. The sequel maintains the gritty, character-driven storytelling of *The Devils* while expanding its brutal world with equally intricate plotting and Pacey's distinctive voice work that elevates every scene.
★ 4.71 ABR Score (243.2K ratings)★ 4.36 Goodreads (221.5K) ★ 4.81 Audible (21.7K)More about this pick
Superior Glokta's torture-scarred cynicism and Bayaz's quest for ancient magic get Steven Pacey's full character treatment across multiple storylines.
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Last Argument of Kings
The First Law • Book 3
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same morally complex characters and dark humor to life in this conclusion, deepening the gritty, character-driven storytelling that defines Abercrombie's world. The expanded runtime allows the intricate political machinations and brutal consequences to unfold with even greater impact, rewarding listeners invested in the First Law's cynical vision of heroism and ambition.
★ 4.68 ABR Score (225.4K ratings)★ 4.37 Goodreads (204.4K) ★ 4.75 Audible (21.0K)More about this pick
Steven Pacey captures every brutal nuance as Logen Ninefingers faces his final battle and the Bloody-Nine must confront his oldest friend turned enemy.
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A Little Hatred
The Age of Madness • Book 1
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Steven Pacey's masterful narration brings the same darkly witty, morally complex characters to life in *A Little Hatred*, while Abercrombie's signature blend of gritty fantasy and sardonic humor remains as compelling as ever. The audiobook experience is seamless for devoted listeners, as Pacey's distinctive vocal performances create an immediately familiar yet fresh immersion into another richly layered world of political intrigue and flawed antiheroes.
★ 4.65 ABR Score (72.9K ratings)★ 4.45 Goodreads (61.8K) ★ 4.75 Audible (11.1K)More about this pick
Steven Pacey turns Abercrombie's grimy, morally bankrupt world into something genuinely alive—his voice work makes you feel the desperation of each character's climb, and the political scheming lands with brutal comic timing.
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The Heroes
First Law World • Book 5
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
The Heroes delivers the same gritty, morally complex fantasy world with Steven Pacey's masterful narration bringing dark humor and brutal realism to every character's perspective. Both novels excel at deconstructing heroic tropes through intimate character studies, making this a natural continuation for listeners who appreciated The Devils' cynical tone and intricate plotting.
★ 4.62 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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The Blade Itself
The First Law Trilogy • Book 1
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's signature blend of gritty fantasy and unexpected character depth will feel immediately familiar. The Blade Itself delivers the same cynical wit and atmospheric world-building that made The Devils compelling, but with the added satisfaction of experiencing the genesis of Abercrombie's most iconic series.
★ 4.63 ABR Score (344.3K ratings)★ 4.22 Goodreads (317.5K) ★ 4.7 Audible (26.8K)More about this pick
Barbarian Logen Ninefingers, selfish nobleman Jezal, and crippled torturer Glokta are drawn into a conspiracy that threatens the kingdom. Pacey's exceptional character voices bring Abercrombie's morally gray antiheroes to life in this gritty fantasy that subverts traditional genre expectations with dark humor.
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Best Served Cold
First Law World • Book 4
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Best Served Cold delivers the same morally complex characters and gritty dark humor that define The Devils, with Steven Pacey's masterful narration bringing comparable depth to an equally immersive fantasy world. The novel shares Abercrombie's signature blend of cynicism and character-driven storytelling, making it a natural continuation for listeners who appreciated the audiobook's tone and thematic richness.
★ 4.58 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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Red Country
First Law World • Book 6
Narrated by Steven Pacey
Why this book?
Red Country delivers the same gritty, darkly comedic tone that defines The Devils, with Steven Pacey's masterful narration capturing Abercrombie's morally complex characters and razor-sharp dialogue with equal brilliance. This standalone shares that signature blend of brutal fantasy worldbuilding and deeply human character arcs, though in a slightly more compact runtime that doesn't sacrifice the author's trademark wit or thematic depth.
★ 4.63 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 mordant wit and morally complex characters that define The Devils, distilled into interconnected shorter stories that showcase Steven Pacey's masterful voice work across a rich cast. The audiobook maintains Abercrombie's signature blend of dark humor and brutal realism while offering a more intimate, varied listening experience that rewards fans of his distinctive narrative voice.
★ 4.45 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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