Last Argument Of Kings

Logen Ninefingers, known for his ferocity in battle, senses his time is running short. With only one major fight left in him, he prepares to confront the King of the Northmen. Their final clash is imminent, a battle that promises to be both grand and devastating. Logen's journey is as much a return to his roots as it is a confrontation with his oldest friend and greatest enemy. The Bloody-Nine must come home where destiny awaits him.

Meanwhile, in the shadowy alleys of intrigue, Superior Glokta is engaged in a more insidious kind of warfare. This crippled inquisitor, who once wielded a sword, now relies on his cunning and ruthlessness. Blackmail, threats, and torture are his new tools as he navigates a perilous game of subterfuge and betrayal, where no-one is safe, and trust is a luxury he cannot afford. The stakes are higher, and his time is limited, leading him to question how much longer he can keep up his dangerous struggle.

In contrast, Jezal dan Luthar, once a soldier with dreams of glory, has forsaken his quest for fame. He yearns for a simpler existence with the woman he loves, stepping away from the turmoil of the battlefield. However, life rarely adheres to such desires. Jezal soon discovers that love, too, comes with its own set of challenges, and that glory, with all its burdens, has a way of catching up with a man when he least expects it.

Abercrombie’s narrative is richly detailed, filled with unexpected twists and moments of dark humour. His characters are vividly drawn, flawed, and immensely human, making Last Argument of Kings a deeply engaging read. The novel masterfully balances brutal action with introspection, weaving together the fates of its characters in a thrilling and unpredictable climax.

For fans of gritty fantasy, Last Argument of Kings offers a fitting and exhilarating conclusion to the First Law Trilogy, cementing Joe Abercrombie’s place as one of the foremost authors in the genre.