Audiobooks Like The Devils

10 audiobooks for fans of The Devils

1. 1

   

   Before They Are Hanged

   The First Law • Book 2

   by Joe Abercrombie

   Narrated by Steven Pacey

   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.

   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.

   ★ 4.64 ABR Score (243.2K ratings)

   ★ 4.36 Goodreads (221.5K) ★ 4.81 Audible (21.7K)

   22h 39m listening time • Released 2015

   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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   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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2. 2

   

   Last Argument of Kings

   The First Law • Book 3

   by Joe Abercrombie

   Narrated by Steven Pacey

   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.

   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.

   ★ 4.59 ABR Score (225.4K ratings)

   ★ 4.37 Goodreads (204.4K) ★ 4.75 Audible (21.0K)

   27h 4m listening time • Released 2015

   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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   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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3. 3

   

   The Heroes

   First Law World • Book 5

   by Joe Abercrombie

   Narrated by Steven Pacey

   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.

   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.

   ★ 4.53 ABR Score (87.1K ratings)

   ★ 4.35 Goodreads (77.8K) ★ 4.76 Audible (9.3K)

   23h 5m listening time • Released 2016

   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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   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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4. 4

   

   The Blade Itself

   The First Law Trilogy • Book 1

   by Joe Abercrombie

   Narrated by Steven Pacey

   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.

   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.

   ★ 4.50 ABR Score (344.3K ratings)

   ★ 4.22 Goodreads (317.5K) ★ 4.7 Audible (26.8K)

   22h 15m listening time • Released 2015

   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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   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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5. 5

   

   Best Served Cold

   First Law World • Book 4

   by Joe Abercrombie

   Narrated by Steven Pacey

   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.

   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.

   ★ 4.46 ABR Score (126.0K ratings)

   ★ 4.25 Goodreads (113.4K) ★ 4.7 Audible (12.7K)

   26h 29m listening time • Released 2016

   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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   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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6. 6

   

   Red Country

   First Law World • Book 6

   by Joe Abercrombie

   Narrated by Steven Pacey

   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.

   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.

   ★ 4.54 ABR Score (77.2K ratings)

   ★ 4.32 Goodreads (66.8K) ★ 4.79 Audible (10.4K)

   19h 52m listening time • Released 2012

   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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   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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7. 7

   

   Sharp Ends

   First Law World • Book 7

   by Joe Abercrombie

   Narrated by Steven Pacey

   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.

   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.

   ★ 4.33 ABR Score (32.0K ratings)

   ★ 4.11 Goodreads (27.7K) ★ 4.71 Audible (4.3K)

   11h 49m listening time • Released 2016

   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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   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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8. 8

   

   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)

   20h 55m listening time • Released 2016

   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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   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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9. 9

   

   The Sound of Change

   The Bards and Dragons Saga • Book 2

   by Steve D. Wall

   Narrated by Steven Pacey

   ★ 3.93 ABR Score (207 ratings)

   ★ 4.32 Goodreads (95) ★ 4.73 Audible (112)

   23h 34m listening time • Released 2025

   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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   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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10. 10

    

    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)

    32h 47m listening time • Released 2013

    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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    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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