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4.41 AVERAGE
4.41 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
funny
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Content Warnings
Graphic: Incest, Sexual content, Violence
Moderate: War
A Little Hatred is a fantastic novel driven by amazing characters, witty dialogue and topical themes. What a wonderful introduction to a new trilogy and the latest progression of Joe Abercrombie's world of The First Law. Two things jumped out at me the most:
First, the almost nonexistent fantasy elements (i.e. magic, magical beasts, etc.). One character has "fits" that offer her vague visions of the future. That's it. While that sounds like a bad thing for a fantasy book, it works to this story's benefit. The "realness" of this setting supports and elevates the themes in play. Social and political unrest, the consequences of human progress and technological innovation, it all has the utmost relevance in our real world. The classic "fantasy" ingredients would have felt out of place. Bravo to Abercrombie for avoiding that potential genre-driven pitfall.
Second, Abercrombie's constant improvement as a writer. A Little Hatred is a pithy 460-ish page book. Crystal-clear writing without fluff. No dragging slog. Important developments in every chapter. No wasted pages. Nothing feels forced while Abercrombie effortlessly weaves together references to past characters and events with an intro to our new intriguing cast and story. Thoughtfully crafted prose develops each character's voice, builds the atmosphere and tone of this new story, and offers a steady dose of Abercrombie's wonderful dark humor. In his amazing debut novel, The Blade Itself, the writing was excellent but felt much slower and more bloated than what we have here. Abercrombie was still learning his craft back then. In A Little Hatred we are reading a writer in his prime, at the top of his game. Credit may also be due to his editors. What a clean, sharp, well-written book. Really truly impeccable, masterful stuff. Love it.
A Little Hatred serves as a wonderful introduction to this newest trilogy in The First Law world I have come to know and love. My admiration of Joe Abercrombie just continues to grow. I am now absolutely compelled to grab the sequel and start reading. Can't wait to see this Age of Madness unfold.
The First Law by Joe Abercrombie
Book 1: The Blade Itself – 5/5
Book 2: Before They Are Hanged – 5/5
Book 3: Last Argument of Kings – 5/5
Book 4: Best Served Cold – 5/5
Book 5: The Heroes – 5/5
Book 6: Red Country – 5/5
Short Story Collection: Sharp Ends – 4/5
Book 7: A Little Hatred – 5/5
First, the almost nonexistent fantasy elements (i.e. magic, magical beasts, etc.). One character has "fits" that offer her vague visions of the future. That's it. While that sounds like a bad thing for a fantasy book, it works to this story's benefit. The "realness" of this setting supports and elevates the themes in play. Social and political unrest, the consequences of human progress and technological innovation, it all has the utmost relevance in our real world. The classic "fantasy" ingredients would have felt out of place. Bravo to Abercrombie for avoiding that potential genre-driven pitfall.
Second, Abercrombie's constant improvement as a writer. A Little Hatred is a pithy 460-ish page book. Crystal-clear writing without fluff. No dragging slog. Important developments in every chapter. No wasted pages. Nothing feels forced while Abercrombie effortlessly weaves together references to past characters and events with an intro to our new intriguing cast and story. Thoughtfully crafted prose develops each character's voice, builds the atmosphere and tone of this new story, and offers a steady dose of Abercrombie's wonderful dark humor. In his amazing debut novel, The Blade Itself, the writing was excellent but felt much slower and more bloated than what we have here. Abercrombie was still learning his craft back then. In A Little Hatred we are reading a writer in his prime, at the top of his game. Credit may also be due to his editors. What a clean, sharp, well-written book. Really truly impeccable, masterful stuff. Love it.
A Little Hatred serves as a wonderful introduction to this newest trilogy in The First Law world I have come to know and love. My admiration of Joe Abercrombie just continues to grow. I am now absolutely compelled to grab the sequel and start reading. Can't wait to see this Age of Madness unfold.
The First Law by Joe Abercrombie
Book 1: The Blade Itself – 5/5
Book 2: Before They Are Hanged – 5/5
Book 3: Last Argument of Kings – 5/5
Book 4: Best Served Cold – 5/5
Book 5: The Heroes – 5/5
Book 6: Red Country – 5/5
Short Story Collection: Sharp Ends – 4/5
Book 7: A Little Hatred – 5/5
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
"Um pouco de ódio" foi um ótimo regresso à fantasia, com uma história cheia de intriga política, personagens complexas e um enredo cheio de camadas. O cenário em plena revolução industrial dá um toque diferente, sem perder a sensação épica e o humor sarcástico de Abercrombie equilibra bem a brutalidade da narrativa. Fiquei definitivamente com vontade de continuar a trilogia.
adventurous
dark
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Damn, A Little Hatred was good. Savine was such a standout—ruthless, sharp as hell, and always ten steps ahead, even when things got messy. I loved watching her play the game and adapt to whatever got thrown at her. Orso surprised me too. At first, he felt like your typical lazy prince, but there’s so much depth there. The dynamic between him and Savine? Tense, complicated, and just messy enough to keep me hooked.
Leo, though… I don’t know. He’s not terrible, but compared to the others, he’s just not as interesting. A little too straightforward—more brawn than brain. Stour, on the other hand, had that chaotic energy I enjoy. He’s dangerous, yeah, but he’s got that Abercrombie flair that makes even the worst people entertaining.
Overall, I’m all in for this series. The industrial revolution setting added a fresh layer, but it’s the morally grey, deeply flawed characters that make it shine. Savine and Orso especially—can’t wait to see where they go next.
Leo, though… I don’t know. He’s not terrible, but compared to the others, he’s just not as interesting. A little too straightforward—more brawn than brain. Stour, on the other hand, had that chaotic energy I enjoy. He’s dangerous, yeah, but he’s got that Abercrombie flair that makes even the worst people entertaining.
Overall, I’m all in for this series. The industrial revolution setting added a fresh layer, but it’s the morally grey, deeply flawed characters that make it shine. Savine and Orso especially—can’t wait to see where they go next.
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes