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Half a War (Shattered Sea, #3)

Joe Abercrombie
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Half a War (Shattered Sea, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2015

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Joe Abercrombie

Half a War (Shattered Sea, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

513

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Shattered Sea • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Joe Abercrombie's novel Half a War follows a young woman who seeks vengeance after her father's murder, teaming up with unlikely allies. They navigate treachery and battles in a war-driven world to reclaim what was lost. This epic fantasy story concludes the Shattered Sea trilogy.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

43,301 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Joe Abercrombie's Half a War maintains the thrilling pace and rich world-building fans have come to expect. Character development shines, especially in the female protagonists, though occasional narrative shifts can disrupt the flow. Its mix of dark humor and grim action is compelling, solidifying the series’ place in the fantasy genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Half a War (Shattered Sea, #3)?

Readers who relish gritty, character-driven fantasy with intense political intrigue and complex moral dilemmas will appreciate Joe Abercrombie's Half a War. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones and Brandon Sanderson's The Way of Kings will find much to enjoy in this riveting conclusion to the Shattered Sea trilogy.

4.2

43,301 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

513

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Shattered Sea • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2015

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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