The Blade Itself by

Joe Abercrombie, published in 2006.

I absolutely loved this "grimdark" fantasy novel—excellent world-building and characterisation.

Will read the rest of The First Law trilogy and then the rest of the books set in this world soon.

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"The blade itself incites to deeds of violence."

said by Odysseus to Telemachus at the beginning of Book XIX of The Odyssey by Homer (the title of my current novel, The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie, is derived from this quote)

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10 Fantasy Books For Fans of “The Witcher”

Whether you're in it for the sharp swords or sharper jawlines, "Witcher" fans will love these books.
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Capsule Review Archive – The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie

https://write.as/robinmarx/capsule-review-archive-the-blade-itself-by-joe-abercrombie

10 best fantasy books on Audible, ranked

Told in the way of bards of old!
https://www.themarysue.com/10-best-fantasy-books-on-audible-ranked/

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