Red Country

They burned her home. They stole her brother and sister. But vengeance is coming. Shy South tried to escape her brutal and bloody past, dreaming of a quiet life. However, when her family is taken from her, she realises she must resurrect her old, deadly skills to get them back. Determined and relentless, Shy sets off on a perilous journey, accompanied by only a pair of oxen and her cowardly stepfather, Lamb. Unknown to Shy, Lamb also harbours a dark and violent history, which soon resurfaces in the unforgiving, lawless Far Country. In this harsh and untamed land, the past never truly stays buried. Their quest for vengeance leads them across barren plains, through dangerous feud-ridden territories, and into the heart of a frontier town consumed by gold fever. The journey forces Shy and Lamb to confront numerous perils, including fierce duels, gruesome massacres, and treacherous mountain terrain that hides even greater threats. Along the way, they find themselves in an uneasy alliance with Nicomo Cosca, a notorious soldier of fortune known for his unpredictable and ruthless behaviour, and his dubious lawyer, Temple. These two men, infamous for their treachery and deceit, are the last people anyone would choose to rely on. Red Country immerses readers in a riveting and grim dark fantasy world where every step towards vengeance is fraught with danger and uncertainty. Joe Abercrombie crafts an engaging and gritty tale that explores themes of redemption, survival, and the unrelenting grip of the past. Fans of epic fantasy and intense character-driven stories will find themselves captivated by Shy's harrowing but compelling journey.