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Last Argument Of Kings
Joe Abercrombie

Last Argument Of Kings

Quick Answer

Read "Last Argument Of Kings" as the 3rd book in the The First Law sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Quick Verdict

✅ Safe to read now (Series Entry Point)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 3rd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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The King of the Union lies on his deathbed, the peasants revolt, and the nobles scramble to steal his crown. No one believes that the shadow of war is about to fall across the heart of the Union. Only the First of the Magi can save the world, but there are risks.
Next Recommended Book

Best Served Cold

Book # of 3 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for The First Law conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Last Argument Of Kings?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read Last Argument Of Kings before other books in the series?

No. We recommend reading the previous book first. Last Argument Of Kings is the 3th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Last Argument Of Kings required reading for the The First Law?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after Last Argument Of Kings in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Last Argument Of Kings is Best Served Cold (Book #null).