If you loved the way The Black Company propelled you through one treacherous contract after another as Croaker and his mercenary brothers took on seemingly impossible jobs, you’ll be hooked by The Lies of Locke Lamora. Here, Locke and the Gentlemen Bastards orchestrate elaborate heists against the criminal underworld of Camorr, facing shifting goals, betrayals, and escalating stakes that keep the plot surging forward.

If the camaraderie and internal dynamics of the Black Company drew you in, you’ll appreciate the diverse ensemble in Ninefox Gambit. Cheris, the mathematical prodigy, must work with the undead general Shuos Jedao and an entire battalion, each member with unique roles and conflicts, as they navigate a war of impossible odds.

If you enjoyed following Croaker and his company's questionable decisions and blurred lines between right and wrong, The Blade Itself will pull you in with characters like Logen Ninefingers and Inquisitor Glokta. Their choices are never black and white, and the story revels in the same kind of gritty, ambiguous heroism that defines The Black Company.

If the bleak, war-torn world and unflinching depiction of brutality in The Black Company resonated with you, The Steel Remains brings that same uncompromising edge. Ringil, Egar, and Archeth navigate a landscape of constant threat, grim battles, and the costs of survival in a merciless world.

If you were fascinated by the vast, mysterious world and centuries-old history underpinning The Black Company, you’ll be enthralled by Gardens of the Moon. From ancient magic to sprawling empires and enigmatic gods, Erikson’s world is as deep and immersive as Glen Cook’s, with layer upon layer to discover.