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The Wisdom of Crowds

The Riotous Conclusion to The Age of Madness
By Joe Abercrombie
Series: The Age of Madness
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The Wisdom of Crowds by Joe Abercrombie is the gripping conclusion to his Age of Madness trilogy, blending intense political intrigue with epic fantasy. It follows the turbulent power struggles and societal upheavals in a war-torn world, where various characters vie for control amidst betrayals and shifting alliances.
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This book may appeal to you if you love gritty fantasy with complex characters, intricate politics, and dark humour. Joe Abercrombie delivers an intense and thrilling conclusion to his trilogy, filled with unexpected twists and masterful storytelling that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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The Wisdom of Crowds

Chaos. Fury. Destruction.
The Great Change is upon us . . .

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Concluding the AGE OF MADNESS trilogy, The Wisdom of Crowds brings the series which is revolutionising fantasy to its stunning conclusion...

Chaos. Fury. Destruction.

The Great Change is upon us...

Some say that to change the world you must first burn it down. Now that belief will be tested in the crucible of revolution: the Breakers and Burners have seized the levers of power, the smoke of riots has replaced the smog of industry, and all must submit to the wisdom of crowds.

With nothing left to lose, Citizen Brock is determined to become a new hero for the new age, while Citizeness Savine must turn her talents from profit to survival before she can claw her way to redemption. Orso will find that when the world is turned upside down, no one is lower than a monarch. And in the bloody North, Rikke and her fragile Protectorate are running out of allies... while Black Calder gathers his forces and plots his vengeance.

The banks have fallen, the sun of the Union has been torn down, and in the darkness behind the scenes, the threads of the Weaver's ruthless plan are slowly being drawn together...

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The Wisdom of Crowds by Joe Abercrombie is highly acclaimed, praised for its gruesome, gripping narrative and clear-eyed portrayal of human nature's darker aspects. The book is noted for its witty, bloody, and intense storytelling, with a richly developed world and compelling characters. Critics commend it for its dark humour, vivid narratives, and brutal, unforgiving plot, solidifying Abercrombie's reputation as a leading fantasy author.

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ISBN: 9780575095984

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 May 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

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Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 380g

Pages: 544

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About the Author

Joe Abercrombie was born in Lancaster, England, studied psychology at Manchester University, and worked as an editor of documentaries and live music before his first book, The Blade Itself, was published in 2006. Two further instalments of the First Law trilogy, Before They Are Hanged, and Last Argument of Kings, followed, along with three standalone books set in the same world: Best Served Cold, The Heroes and Red Country. He has also written the Shattered Sea trilogy for young adults, the Age of Madness trilogy for old adults, and Sharp Ends, a collection of short stories. He lives in Bath, England, with his wife and three children. 

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