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The Blade Itself
Start of First Law seriesby Joe Abercrombie
4.52009624 pages
Why you'll love it:
A perfect companion read that hits the same notes as A Game of Thrones.
10 Best Books Like A Game of Thrones
If you loved A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like A Game of Thrones are:
- 1The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie4.5Series starter
- 2Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb0Series starter
- 3The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss0Series starter
- 4The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang0Series starter
- 5The Black Company by Glen Cook0
- 6The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin0#1
- 7The Witcher: The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski0
- 8Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman4.5Series starter
- 9Defiance of the Fall: A LitRPG Adventure by JF Brink4.7Series starter
- 10Jade City by Fonda Lee0#1
Fantasy02005
In the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, noble families vie for the Iron Throne while an ancient threat awakens beyond the Wall
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Assassin's Apprentice
Start of The Farseer Trilogy seriesby Robin Hobb
02012
Why you'll love it:
A perfect companion read that hits the same notes as A Game of Thrones.
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The Name of the Wind
Start of An Unfinished seriesby Patrick Rothfuss
02007
Why you'll love it:
A perfect companion read that hits the same notes as A Game of Thrones.
4
The Poppy War
Start of Poppy War seriesby R.F. Kuang
02018
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal and unforgiving tone that will resonate with A Game of Thrones fans.
6
The Fifth Season
Broken Earth #1 (works standalone)by N.K. Jemisin
02015
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a devastating but empowering tone that will resonate with A Game of Thrones fans.
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Dungeon Crawler Carl
Start of Dungeon Crawler Crawler seriesby Matt Dinniman
4.52020446 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a darkly hilarious yet brutal tone that will resonate with A Game of Thrones fans.
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Defiance of the Fall: A LitRPG Adventure
Start of Defiance of the Fall seriesby JF Brink
4.72021778 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a grim but empowering tone that will resonate with A Game of Thrones fans.
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Jade City
Green Bone Saga #1 (works standalone)by Fonda Lee
02017
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal but intimate tone that will resonate with A Game of Thrones fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like A Game of Thrones
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blade Itself📚 Series starter | Joe Abercrombie | 4.5 | 2009 | 624 | Start a new series |
| Assassin's Apprentice📚 Series starter | Robin Hobb | 0 | 2012 | — | Start a new series |
| The Name of the Wind📚 Series starter | Patrick Rothfuss | 0 | 2007 | — | Start a new series |
| The Poppy War📚 Series starter | R.F. Kuang | 0 | 2018 | — | Start a new series |
| The Black Company | Glen Cook | 0 | 1984 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Fifth Season | N.K. Jemisin | 0 | 2015 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Witcher: The Last Wish | Andrzej Sapkowski | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Dungeon Crawler Carl📚 Series starter | Matt Dinniman | 4.5 | 2020 | 446 | Start a new series |
| Defiance of the Fall: A LitRPG Adventure📚 Series starter | JF Brink | 4.7 | 2021 | 778 | Start a new series |
| Jade City | Fonda Lee | 0 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to A Game of Thrones?
The most similar books to A Game of Thrones are The Blade Itself, Assassin's Apprentice, The Name of the Wind.
What should I read after A Game of Thrones?
After finishing A Game of Thrones, readers most commonly pick up The Blade Itself next.
Who writes books like George R.R. Martin?
Authors similar to George R.R. Martin include Joe Abercrombie, Robin Hobb.
What genre is A Game of Thrones?
A Game of Thrones is a Fantasy novel by George R.R. Martin, published in 2005. It features elements of Multiple POV, Political Intrigue, Morally Gray Characters.
How long is A Game of Thrones?
A Game of Thrones varies in length depending on edition.
Does A Game of Thrones have romance/spice?
A Game of Thrones has a spice level of 2/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About A Game of Thrones
In the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, noble families vie for the Iron Throne while an ancient threat awakens beyond the Wall. Martin revolutionizes fantasy by subverting traditional tropes, killing beloved characters, and presenting morally complex politics without clear heroes or villains. The first in A Song of Ice and Fire series that inspired the global phenomenon Game of Thrones, this epic explores themes of power, honor, and survival in a brutal world where traditional fantasy conventions are shattered, creating a realistic medieval fantasy that prioritizes political complexity over simple good versus evil narratives.