A review by amybraunauthor
Half a War by Joe Abercrombie

5.0

Oooo This was a brutal one. Every character we've grown attached to return and new ones are introduced for the final battle that will change everything, for those who survive. Author Joe Abercrombie doesn't hold back from the roughness of war and the toll it takes. I was surprised with the routes some characters took, especially Father Yarvi, but all of it led to a satisfying ending. At first I was a little let down, but after some reflection, I realize this is the right ending for the trilogy and wouldn't want it any other way. New characters Skara, Raith, and familiar face Koll are very engaging. Skara is a strong and fantastic female hero. Raith started off as a jerk but his story quickly drew me in and I found myself liking him. Koll has a complex journey and I was glad to see his story end the way it did. I'd heard that these books were excellent, and I was so happy to believe those words. This is one of the best fantasies I've ever read and highly recommend it to anyone who loves light fantasy with intrigue, betrayal, romance, and wicked power struggles. Not to be missed!