What is The Devils by Joe Abercrombie about?

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie is an alternate history fantasy novel set in a medieval Europe where Troy defeated Greece and Carthage conquered Rome. The story follows a group of criminals—including a werewolf, necromancer, vampire, and monk—dubbed "the Devils" as they escort Alex, an orphaned thief revealed to be the lost heir to Troy's throne, across dangerous lands to claim her empire and unite the Eastern and Western Churches against an elven threat.

Who should read The Devils by Joe Abercrombie?

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie is ideal for readers who enjoy dark fantasy with humor, political intrigue, and morally gray characters. Fans of Abercrombie's First Law series will appreciate his evolved writing style with better pacing and more comedy, while newcomers seeking a standalone-like experience can start here since the trilogy functions as interconnected standalones. It's perfect for those who love ensemble casts, monsters, and bloody adventures with heart.

Is The Devils by Joe Abercrombie worth reading?

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie is worth reading for fans seeking fun, bloody, humorous fantasy with emotional depth. Reviewers praise it as Abercrombie's most entertaining work, leaning heavily into comedy and over-the-top monster encounters while maintaining his signature dark themes and character complexity. Each Devil character has distinct inner turmoil and growth arcs that make the episodic quest engaging. However, readers preferring completed series should note this is book one of an unfinished trilogy.

Who is Joe Abercrombie and what is his writing style?

Joe Abercrombie is a British fantasy author known for his grimdark First Law series, published over two decades ago. His writing style features morally ambiguous characters, dark humor, political intrigue, and brutal violence. The Devils showcases his evolution as a writer with improved pacing, clearer plotting from the start, and more comedic elements compared to his earlier work like The Blade Itself. He excels at character-driven narratives where traditional hero archetypes are subverted.

What are the main characters in The Devils by Joe Abercrombie?

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie features paired characters with opposing natures: * Vigga the faithless werewolf and Brother Diaz the faithful monk * Balthazar the necromancer and Baptiste the pirate who share mutual attraction and hatred * Jakob of Thorn the immortal crusader and Baron Rikard the vampire both seeking death * Sunny the elf with Alex the thief-turned-empress, both outsiders Each character receives their own point-of-view chapters, revealing unique circumstances and internal struggles that make them stronger together than apart.

What is the alternate history setting in The Devils by Joe Abercrombie?

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie reimagines medieval Europe where two pivotal events changed history: Troy's victory over Greece and Carthage's defeat of Rome, making Troy and the Holy City the Mediterranean's dominant powers. Magic, magicians, and magical beasts exist in this world. The Savior was female—God's daughter—and the Church split into Western (led by the Pope) and Eastern (led by the Patriarch) factions. Elves have conquered the Far East and repeatedly threaten Troy, prompting crusades and fears of another invasion.

What are the main themes in The Devils by Joe Abercrombie?

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie explores religious and political corruption, showing how institutions like the Church engage in moral compromise and unholy alliances despite claiming purity. Identity and self-discovery drive character arcs, particularly Alex's journey from commoner to reluctant empress and the tension between monstrous and human natures in characters like Vigga. The novel examines how survival often demands sacrificing ideals, blurring lines between good and evil while questioning faith, duty, and the devastating cost of power.

How does The Devils compare to Joe Abercrombie's First Law series?

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie demonstrates his growth as a writer over two decades since The Blade Itself, featuring clearer plot structure from the beginning, improved pacing, and more pronounced humor and comedy. While maintaining Abercrombie's trademark dark themes, morally gray characters, and brutal violence, The Devils leans harder into fun, over-the-top monster encounters and comedic elements than the First Law books. The trilogy structure also differs, functioning more as interconnected standalones rather than one continuous epic.

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The Devils

Joe Abercrombie

Thriller Mystery Mythology

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Abercrombie's "The Devils" breaks new ground beyond First Law - a gritty ensemble adventure that sold out limited editions instantly. With Rebecca Ferguson adapting his previous work and collectors scrambling for those rare 36 numbered proofs, this breakneck fantasy promises unmissable wit and darkness.

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The Devils

Joe Abercrombie

Thriller Mystery Mythology

概要

主なポイント

著者

よくある質問

あなたに合った学び方を探す

クイックサマリー9分

著者の声を通じて本を感じる

深堀り42分

知識を魅力的で例が豊富な洞察に変換

フラッシュカード10件の洞察

キーアイデアを瞬時にキャプチャして素早く学習

エンタメ19分

楽しく魅力的な方法で本を楽しむ

「The Devils」のベストクォート

They want me dead? Well, fuck them! I'm going to Troy!

重要なポイント

A Dance of Monsters and Power

00:00

What makes someone a monster? Is it their nature, their actions, or the choices they make when no one is watching? In Joe Abercrombie's "The Devils," this question haunts every page as we follow a collection of outcasts bound together by fate and papal decree. The story begins with Alex, a street-smart thief drowning in debt, who discovers she's actually Princess Alexia Pyrogennetos, rightful heir to the Serpent Throne of Troy. Her half-coin pendant, worn since childhood, matches perfectly with Duke Michael's piece-proof of her royal lineage. But claiming a throne means inheriting enemies: her aunt Eudoxia was a sorceress who created human-beast hybrids, and now her four cousins vie for power with "soldiers, spies, and assassins." To protect Alex, the Child Pope Benedicta assembles an unlikely protection detail: a necromancer, a vampire, an invisible elf, a tattooed werewolf, and an immortal knight who cannot die-all led by a reluctant monk with zero qualifications for such a mission.

From Thief to Empress

Trials of Blood and Illusion

The Serpent City

Betrayal's Burning Edge

The Price of Victory

Devils Doing God's Work

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『The Devils』を9分で要約

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@Moemenn

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA

117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon

201

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn

483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu

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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA

117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon

201

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn

483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu

"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA

117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon

201

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn

483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu

"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA

117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon

201

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn

483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu

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A Dance of Monsters and Power

From Thief to Empress

Trials of Blood and Illusion

The Serpent City

Betrayal's Burning Edge

The Price of Victory

Devils Doing God's Work

おすすめの本

重要なポイント

A Dance of Monsters and Power

From Thief to Empress

Trials of Blood and Illusion

The Serpent City

Betrayal's Burning Edge

The Price of Victory

Devils Doing God's Work

The Devils by Joe Abercrombie Summary

Overview of The Devils

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The Devils by Joe Abercrombie Summary

Overview of The Devils

Similar books to The Devils

「The Devils」のベストクォート

おすすめの本

重要なポイント

A Dance of Monsters and Power

From Thief to Empress

Trials of Blood and Illusion

The Serpent City

Betrayal's Burning Edge

The Price of Victory

Devils Doing God's Work

クイックサマリーモード - 『The Devils』の要約を9分で読む・聴く

フラッシュカードモード - 『The Devils』から厳選した10の洞察

エンタメモード - 『The Devils』のレッスンを19分のストーリーで

パーソナライズモード - 『The Devils』の要約を0分で読む・聴く

The DevilsのPDFをダウンロード

The DevilsのEPUBをダウンロード

おすすめの本

重要なポイント

A Dance of Monsters and Power

From Thief to Empress

Trials of Blood and Illusion

The Serpent City

Betrayal's Burning Edge

The Price of Victory

Devils Doing God's Work