The Blade Itself
by Joe Abercrombie
Similar to 'Prince of Thorns', it features antiheroes and gritty storytelling set in a brutal world.
Buy on AmazonBooks Like Prince of Thorns
Loved Prince of Thorns? Get 8 AI-matched books like it, with quick explanations for why each recommendation fits.
Books to Read If You Like Prince of Thorns
The Name of the Wind
by Patrick Rothfuss
While more lyrical, its protagonist's journey and dark themes resonate with the tone of 'Prince of Thorns'.
Buy on Amazon
The Lies of Locke Lamora
by Scott Lynch
It combines dark humor and morally flexible characters similar to those in 'Prince of Thorns'.
Buy on Amazon
Blood Song
by Anthony Ryan
Features a dark and gritty narrative with a protagonist who grapples with morality and destiny.
Buy on Amazon
The Fifth Season
by N.K. Jemisin
Includes deep character struggles and a richly woven narrative with dark themes, akin to 'Prince of Thorns'.
Buy on Amazon
A Game of Thrones
by George R.R. Martin
Both series feature complex characters, moral ambiguity, and brutal realism in their storytelling.
Buy on Amazon
The Poppy War
by R.F. Kuang
It includes themes of war, personal struggle, and dark morality, resonating with the tone of 'Prince of Thorns'.
Buy on Amazon
The Darkest Minds
by Alexandra Bracken
Delivers a dark narrative with resilient characters battling against oppressive systems, relatable to the themes of 'Prince of Thorns'.
Buy on AmazonExplore More
Related Books-Like Guides
Keep exploring similar-book pages with strong reader overlap.
Books Like Atomic Habits Popular guide
Books Like Deep Work Popular guide
Books Like The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo Popular guide
Books Like Dune Popular guide
Books Like Project Hail Mary Popular guide
Books Like Fourth Wing Popular guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these books actually like Prince of Thorns?
Yes. Each recommendation is chosen because it shares meaningful qualities with Prince of Thorns, such as themes, pacing, tone, character dynamics, subject matter, or reader appeal.
How were these books like Prince of Thorns selected?
We combine book metadata, genre signals, reader-intent patterns, and AI matching to surface books that feel relevant rather than simply sharing a broad category.
What should I read after Prince of Thorns?
Start with The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie, then compare the rest of the list based on the specific reasons included with each book.
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. · About & methodology