A Little Hatred

Set in Joe Abercrombie's gritty First Law world, "A Little Hatred" thrusts readers into an age of volatile change where old magic clashes with the dawn of industrialization. As the chimneys of industry rise and cities seethe with new opportunities, a new generation of characters inherits the bloody legacies of their predecessors. In the North, would-be heroes repeat familiar mistakes on the battlefield, while in the South, the burgeoning power of banks and commerce threatens to eclipse even kings. However, beneath the gleaming facade of progress, anger simmers in the slums, threatening to boil over into a revolution that money cannot quell. Amidst this backdrop of escalating conflict, political maneuvering, and social upheaval, ancient curses and modern ambitions intertwine, promising a future as unpredictable as it is violent. This novel introduces unforgettable new characters, expertly blending brutal action, dark humor, and intricate plotting as it chronicles a society on the brink.