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The Poppy War
Start of Poppy War seriesby R.F. Kuang
02018
Why you'll love it:
This delivers a very similar reading experience to Before They Are Hanged — fans consistently love both.
10 Best Books Like Before They Are Hanged
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The best books like Before They Are Hanged are:
- 1The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang0Series starter
- 2A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin0Series starter
- 3The Black Company by Glen Cook0
- 4The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch4.5#1
- 5The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin0#1
- 6Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb0Series starter
- 7Jade City by Fonda Lee0#1
- 8City in Chains by Harry Turtledove4.1
- 9The Witcher: The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski0
- 10Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman4.5Series starter
Superior Glokta investigates a treasonous conspiracy in the Union's capital while torturer-turned-inquisitor Jezal dan Luthar embarks on a perilous quest to find the mythical Seed, accompanied by the infamous barbarian Logen Ninefingers. As war erupts across the realm, these unlikely heroes must navigate deadly political intrigue and face ancient powers that could reshape their world forever. Abercrombie's gritty sequel deepens his morally complex fantasy world where heroes are scarce and survival demands terrible choices.
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A Game of Thrones
Start of A Song of Ice and Fire seriesby George R.R. Martin
02005
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal and cynical tone that will resonate with Before They Are Hanged fans.
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The Lies of Locke Lamora
Gentleman Bastard #1 (works standalone)by Scott Lynch
4.52006752 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a witty but brutal tone that will resonate with Before They Are Hanged fans.
5
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 Before They Are Hanged fans.
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Assassin's Apprentice
Start of The Farseer Trilogy seriesby Robin Hobb
02012
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and introspective tone that will resonate with Before They Are Hanged 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 Before They Are Hanged fans.
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by Harry Turtledove
4.12025328 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a gritty but hopeful tone that will resonate with Before They Are Hanged 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 Before They Are Hanged fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Before They Are Hanged
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Poppy War📚 Series starter | R.F. Kuang | 0 | 2018 | — | Start a new series |
| A Game of Thrones📚 Series starter | George R.R. Martin | 0 | 2005 | — | Start a new series |
| The Black Company | Glen Cook | 0 | 1984 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Lies of Locke Lamora | Scott Lynch | 4.5 | 2006 | 752 | Similar vibes |
| The Fifth Season | N.K. Jemisin | 0 | 2015 | — | Similar vibes |
| Assassin's Apprentice📚 Series starter | Robin Hobb | 0 | 2012 | — | Start a new series |
| Jade City | Fonda Lee | 0 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
| City in Chains | Harry Turtledove | 4.1 | 2025 | 328 | 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Before They Are Hanged?
The most similar books to Before They Are Hanged are The Poppy War, A Game of Thrones, The Black Company.
What should I read after Before They Are Hanged?
After finishing Before They Are Hanged, readers most commonly pick up The Poppy War next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Joe Abercrombie, such as The Blade Itself.
Who writes books like Joe Abercrombie?
Authors similar to Joe Abercrombie include Scott Lynch, Robin Hobb.
What genre is Before They Are Hanged?
Before They Are Hanged is a Fantasy novel by Joe Abercrombie, published in 2007.
How long is Before They Are Hanged?
Before They Are Hanged is 448 pages long.
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Striking, character-driven and cynical noir fantasy