Before They Are Hanged

Brief Overview

«Before They Are Hanged» is the second book in Joe Abercrombie's trilogy, The First Law. This novel continues the story begun in the first book. The main characters—Inquisitor Glokta, the barbarian Logen Ninefingers, and the nobleman Jezal dan Luthar—face new trials and dangers. Glokta struggles to survive in a world of intrigue and betrayal, Logen embarks on a perilous journey to the edge of the world, and Jezal takes part in a military campaign. They all find themselves entangled in complex political games where the fates of entire nations are at stake. The book is filled with unexpected twists, dynamic battles, and profound reflections on the nature of power and morality.