A Little Hatred. Book 1 – Age of Madness Trilogy by Joe Abercrombie – Ukrainian Epic Fantasy

"A Little Hatred" by Joe Abercrombie is the thrilling start of the Age of Madness trilogy, continuing the story set 30 years after the First Law trilogy. The industrial revolution arrives in Adua, bringing new technologies and upheavals while old grudges and brutal power struggles persist. Leo dan Brock seeks glory on the battlefield against marauders of the Twilight Lord, relying on the backing of the Crown. Prince Orso struggles with the weight of expectations, and Savine dan Glokta, daughter of the feared inquisitor, is determined to carve her own path in a rotten society. Amidst political turmoil and social unrest, Rikke, a fierce northern woman with mystical gifts, battles inner demons and the forces that threaten the realm’s future. Abercrombie’s signature dark humor, deep characters, and complex world-building make this a must-read for fans of grimdark fantasy.