Glen Cook

Glen Cook — 10 titles in the rankings, first published between 1984 and 2000. They average 7.9, above the 7.8 the whole catalogue averages. 6 of the series have a reading order worth keeping to.

Editor’s note Gritty, cynical military fantasy that influenced a generation of grimdark writers. The Black Company is told by Croaker, the physician and annalist of a mercenary company serving a sorceress known as the Lady; start with The Black Company, and the first trilogy, with Shadows Linger and The White Rose, rates highest. The later books follow the Company south. Garrett P.I. is his lighter fantasy noir series.

Ranked titles

10 books

Average score

7.9

Total ratings

1.1K

First published

1984–2000

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