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Synopsis
An Instant New York Times , USA Today , and Indie Bestseller A brand-new epic fantasy from New York Times bestselling author Joe Abercrombie, featuring a notorious band of anti-heroes on a delightfully bloody and raucous journey This hardcover edition features illustrated endpapers, a foil case stamp, and full-page interior illustrations. Holy work sometimes requires unholy deeds. Brother Diaz has been summoned to the Holy City, where he is certain a commendation and grand holy assignment awaits him. But his new flock is made up of unrepentant murderers, practitioners of ghastly magic, and outright monsters. The mission he is tasked with will require bloody measures from them all in order to achieve its righteous ends. Elves lurk at our borders and hunger for our flesh, while greedy princes care for nothing but their own ambitions and comfort. With a hellish journey before him, it's a good thing Brother Diaz has the devils on his side. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The Devils: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Extremely violent grimdark fantasy featuring convicted criminals forced into service during a plague-ravaged apocalypse. Expect graphic violence, strong language, dark humor, and morally bankrupt characters committing atrocities for a supposedly greater cause.
What to know going in
This book has graphic violence, mild sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include torture, graphic violence, gore, murder, and death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who love morally gray antiheroes and Joe Abercrombie's signature brutal, darkly funny storytelling will find this apocalyptic mission-impossible tale gripping.