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The Blade Itself
2006·515 pages
A grimdark fantasy introducing complex characters in a brutal, medieval-inspired world full of violence and intrigue.
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A grimdark fantasy introducing complex characters in a brutal, medieval-inspired world full of violence and intrigue.
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During a break between jobs he began writing The Blade Itself in 2002, completing it in 2004. It was published by Gollancz in 2006 and was followed by two other books in The First Law trilogy, Before They Are Hanged and Last Argument of Kings.
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Romance & sex
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Some sexual scenes present; not extremely graphic but recurring. Rape and coercion; not depicted on-page.
Violence & gore
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Extreme graphic violence; frequent gore, torture, and body horror in battle and conflict scenes.
Profanity
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Frequent and strong profanity throughout the narrative.
Substance use
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Moderate alcohol use depicted; some references to alcoholism.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No evidence found in available sources.
Religious content
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Magic & witchcraft
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Minor fantasy magic elements; not framed as occult or demonic.
Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Frequent political themes with intrigue, backstabbing, and cultural tensions.
Self-harm / suicide
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Minor references to suicidal thoughts; not central or graphic.
Abuse & suffering
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Frequent depictions of torture, domestic violence, and systemic cruelty. Rape and coercion; not depicted on-page.
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