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The Trouble with Peace (The Age of Madness, #2)

Joe Abercrombie
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The Trouble with Peace (The Age of Madness, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Joe Abercrombie

The Trouble with Peace (The Age of Madness, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

506

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Setting

The Union • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Trouble with Peace, the second book in Joe Abercrombie's The Age of Madness series, continues to follow characters navigating political conflict and personal ambition. The fragile peace in the Union is threatened, compelling individuals to confront rising tensions and their own struggles for power.

Reviews & Readership

4.7

45,402 ratings

95%

Loved it

4%

Mixed feelings

0%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

"The Trouble with Peace" by Joe Abercrombie offers a compelling continuation of his grimdark fantasy series, praised for its complex characters and intricate political machinations. However, some readers find its pacing uneven and the darker tone off-putting. Overall, it is a strong installment that balances action and character development, keeping fans engaged.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Trouble with Peace (The Age of Madness, #2)?

Readers who relish dynamic character development, morally complex narratives, and sharp, fast-paced dialogue will enjoy The Trouble with Peace by Joe Abercrombie. Fans of George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire or Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn series will find similar grimdark elements and intricate political intrigue.

4.7

45,402 ratings

95%

Loved it

4%

Mixed feelings

0%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

506

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Setting

The Union • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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