The Shattered Sea Series 3-book Bundle: Half A King, Half The World, Half A War
Quick Answer
"The Shattered Sea Series 3-book Bundle: Half A King, Half The World, Half A War" is an optional companion work. It can be read at any time, though it is usually best enjoyed after reading the first few core novels of the series.
Debated Order
This order is debated among readers
Community consensus varies on the placement of this title. Our order favors narrative impact over strict chronology.
❓ Can I skip this book?
✅ Yes — Optional
This is a side story that can be safely bypassed without losing any context for the main series.
Verdict Insight: This is a comprehensive collection and bundle of the Joe Abercrombie's works. It typically offers significantly better value than buying the titles individually.
Discover the fantasy novels that have earned raves from George R. R. Martin and <i>Maze Runner </i>author James Dashner, won a Locus Award and an Alex Award, and claimed best-of-the-year honors in <i>Time, The Washington Post, </i>and <i>BuzzFeed</i>. From a crippled slave whose appearance belies his dangerous ambitions, to “a girl who makes Katniss Everdeen look like Dorothy” (<i>Chicago Tribune</i>), an unforgettable cast of characters populate this addictive series, now together in one epic ebook bundle:<br> <br> <b>HALF A KING</b><br> <b>HALF THE WORLD</b><br> <b>HALF A WAR</b><br> <b> </b><br> Prince Yarvi has vowed to regain a throne he never wanted. But first he must survive cruelty, chains, and the bitter waters of the Shattered Sea. And he must do it all with only one good hand. Born a weakling in the eyes of his father, Yarvi is alone in a world where a strong arm and a cold heart rule. He cannot grip a shield or swing an axe, so he must sharpen his mind to a deadly edge. Gathering a strange fellowship of the outcast and the lost, he finds they can do more to help him become the man he needs to be than any court of nobles could. But even with loyal friends at his side, Yarvi learns that his path may end as it began—in twists, and traps, and tragedy.<br> <br> <b>Praise for the Shattered Sea series</b><br> <br> “The Shattered Seas trilogy has worked its way into a very exclusive group of my favorite fantasy novels of all time. The pacing is perfect, the characters deep and true and real, the world rich and authentic, the plot full of twists and turns. Perhaps my favorite part is that no one is purely good or evil: Each and every character has layers upon layers that are a joy to discover. I tore through all three books and truly hope that someday Joe Abercrombie returns to this magnificent, captivating world.”<b>—James Dashner, #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>The Maze Runner</i></b><br> <br> “A fast-paced tale of betrayal and revenge that grabbed me from page 1 and refused to let go.”<b>—George R. R. Martin</b>, on <i>Half a King</i><br> <br> “Abercrombie’s Shattered Sea is a fantastic yet believable backdrop to Yarvi’s struggle, a vivid imaginary land.”<b><i>—The Seattle Times</i></b>, on <i>Half a King</i><br> <br> “An excellent page-turner . . . full of drama and energy.”<b>—New York <i>Daily News</i></b><i>, </i>on <i>Half the World</i><br> <br> “Compelling . . . [Thorn] makes Katniss Everdeen look like Dorothy.”<b>—<i>Chicago Tribune</i></b><i>, </i>on <i>Half the World</i><br> <br> “A fantasy for all ages, and all times, [that] rends the soul as compulsively as anything Abercrombie has written to date . . . <i>Half a War</i> is a success in every way, putting a stupendous capstone on the entire Shattered Sea Trilogy.”<b>—<i>Tordotcom</i></b><br> <br> “Abercrombie piles on shocking betrayals and charges his characters a high price for vengeance in this powerful and fitting final volume.”<b>—<i>Publishers Weekly</i></b><i>, </i>on <i>Half a War</i>
Can I skip reading The Shattered Sea Series 3-book Bundle: Half A King, Half The World, Half A War?
This is a side story that can be safely bypassed without losing any context for the main series.
Can I read The Shattered Sea Series 3-book Bundle: Half A King, Half The World, Half A War before other books in the series?
Yes. The Shattered Sea Series 3-book Bundle: Half A King, Half The World, Half A War is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.
Is The Shattered Sea Series 3-book Bundle: Half A King, Half The World, Half A War required reading for the series?
No, it is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not essential to the central storyline.
What comes after The Shattered Sea Series 3-book Bundle: Half A King, Half The World, Half A War in the reading order?
Currently, The Shattered Sea Series 3-book Bundle: Half A King, Half The World, Half A War is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.
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