Discover books similar to "The Acts of Caine" series

Joe Abercrombie

The Blade Itself

If you enjoyed the brutal and unforgiving world of 'The Acts of Caine', you'll love 'The Blade Itself'. This book is a gritty, character-driven fantasy with a similar focus on martial prowess and the complexities of violence. The characters are morally ambiguous, and the fight scenes are visceral and expertly choreographed.

Scott Lynch

The Lies of Locke Lamora

Fans of 'The Acts of Caine' will appreciate the intricate plotting, witty banter, and high-stakes cons in 'The Lies of Locke Lamora'. This book is a clever and engaging blend of fantasy and crime, with a protagonist who, like Hari Michaelson, is a master of deception and survival.

Joe Abercrombie

The First Law Trilogy

If you're looking for a longer series similar to 'The Acts of Caine', try 'The First Law Trilogy'. This epic fantasy features a large cast of morally complex characters, intricate plotting, and brutal fight scenes. The series explores themes of power, loyalty, and the true cost of violence.

Scott Lynch

The Gentlemen Bastards Sequence

This series, starting with 'The Lies of Locke Lamora', is a great choice for readers who enjoyed the blend of action, intrigue, and humor in 'The Acts of Caine'. The characters are charming and witty, and the plot is full of twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Brandon Sanderson

The Stormlight Archive

If you're looking for a epic fantasy series with a focus on martial prowess and complex characters, try 'The Stormlight Archive'. This series features a large cast of characters, each with their own unique skills and motivations. The world-building is detailed and immersive, and the fight scenes are expertly choreographed.

Mark Lawrence

The Broken Empire

This series, starting with 'The Prince of Thorns', is a great choice for readers who enjoyed the brutal and unforgiving world of 'The Acts of Caine'. The series explores themes of power, corruption, and the true cost of violence. The protagonist is a morally ambiguous anti-hero who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals.

Brian McClellan

The Powder Mage Trilogy

If you're looking for a fantasy series with a focus on military strategy and tactics, try 'The Powder Mage Trilogy'. This series features a unique magic system based on gunpowder, and the fight scenes are expertly choreographed. The characters are well-developed and the plot is full of twists and turns.

Seth Dickinson

The Traitor Baru Cormorant

If you're looking for a fantasy series with a focus on political intrigue and strategy, try 'The Traitor Baru Cormorant'. This book is a complex and thought-provoking fantasy with a similar focus on the true cost of power and the moral gray areas of politics. The protagonist is a brilliant strategist who must navigate a world of treachery and deceit.