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The Name of the Wind
Start of An Unfinished seriesby Patrick Rothfuss
02007
Why you'll love it:
This delivers a very similar reading experience to The Lies of Locke Lamora — fans consistently love both.
10 Best Books Like The Lies of Locke Lamora
If you loved The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like The Lies of Locke Lamora are:
- 1The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss0Series starter
- 2The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie4.5Series starter
- 3Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb0Series starter
- 4Jade City by Fonda Lee0#1
- 5The Witcher: The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski0
- 6The Incandescent by Emily Tesh4.4
- 7The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon0
- 8The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien0
- 9Uprooted by Naomi Novik0
- 10The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien0
In the city of Camorr, master thief Locke Lamora leads the Gentleman Bastards in elaborate cons against the nobility, but their greatest heist brings them face-to-face with deadly magic and political
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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 The Lies of Locke Lamora.
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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 The Lies of Locke Lamora 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 The Lies of Locke Lamora fans.
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by Emily Tesh
4.42025432 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a dark and introspective tone that will resonate with The Lies of Locke Lamora fans.
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by J.R.R. Tolkien
01973206 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a noble and melancholic tone that will resonate with The Lies of Locke Lamora fans.
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by Naomi Novik
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Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a atmospheric and grounding tone that will resonate with The Lies of Locke Lamora fans.
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by J. R. R. Tolkien
02009
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a cozy yet adventurous tone that will resonate with The Lies of Locke Lamora fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Lies of Locke Lamora
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Name of the Wind📚 Series starter | Patrick Rothfuss | 0 | 2007 | — | Start a new series |
| 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 |
| Jade City | Fonda Lee | 0 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Witcher: The Last Wish | Andrzej Sapkowski | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Incandescent | Emily Tesh | 4.4 | 2025 | 432 | Similar vibes |
| The Priory of the Orange Tree | Samantha Shannon | 0 | 2019 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Fellowship of the Ring | J.R.R. Tolkien | 0 | 1973 | 206 | Similar vibes |
| Uprooted | Naomi Novik | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Hobbit | J. R. R. Tolkien | 0 | 2009 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Lies of Locke Lamora?
The most similar books to The Lies of Locke Lamora are The Name of the Wind, The Blade Itself, Assassin's Apprentice.
What should I read after The Lies of Locke Lamora?
After finishing The Lies of Locke Lamora, readers most commonly pick up The Name of the Wind next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Scott Lynch, such as Red Seas Under Red Skies.
Who writes books like Scott Lynch?
Authors similar to Scott Lynch include Joe Abercrombie, Robin Hobb.
What genre is The Lies of Locke Lamora?
The Lies of Locke Lamora is a Fantasy novel by Scott Lynch, published in 2006. It features elements of Thief, Con Artists, Fantasy Venice.
How long is The Lies of Locke Lamora?
The Lies of Locke Lamora is 752 pages long.
About The Lies of Locke Lamora
In the city of Camorr, master thief Locke Lamora leads the Gentleman Bastards in elaborate cons against the nobility, but their greatest heist brings them face-to-face with deadly magic and political intrigue. Lynch delivers brilliant fantasy that combines Ocean's Eleven-style heist plotting with rich worldbuilding inspired by Renaissance Venice. The first in the Gentleman Bastard series praised for its clever plotting and wit, this novel explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and survival while featuring some of the most inventive con games in fantasy literature and a found family of thieves whose bonds are stronger than blood, proving that sometimes the greatest treasures aren't gold or jewels.