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The Steel Remains by Richard K. Morgan

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In The Steel Remains, did you enjoy ...

... morally gray protagonists and ethical ambiguity?

The Black Company by Glen Cook

If you were drawn to Ringil Eskiath's complex, often ruthless approach to heroism, you'll love The Black Company. Cook's mercenary soldiers are far from traditional heroes, often forced into brutal choices as they navigate shifting allegiances and dark magic. The narrative is filled with questionable loyalties and personal codes, making it a gripping read for anyone who appreciated the moral complexity of The Steel Remains.

... dark, violent tone and a bleak, immersive atmosphere?

The Gutter Prayer by Gareth Hanrahan

If the grim, often brutal world of The Steel Remains captivated you, The Gutter Prayer delivers an equally intense experience. Hanrahan's city of Guerdon is full of monsters—both human and otherwise—with a pervasive sense of danger and decay. The violence is vivid, and the tone is unrelentingly dark, echoing Morgan's unforgiving vision.

... political intrigue and power struggles?

The Traitor Baru Cormorant by Seth Dickinson

If you enjoyed the tangled web of conspiracies and shifting alliances in The Steel Remains, you'll be riveted by The Traitor Baru Cormorant. Baru's quest to subvert an empire from within is a masterclass in ruthless strategy and political manipulation, with betrayals and reversals that match Morgan's own labyrinthine plotting.

... anti-heroic protagonists who seek vengeance and blur the line between hero and villain?

Best Served Cold by Joe Abercrombie

If Ringil's flawed, vengeful nature resonated with you, Best Served Cold is a must-read. Monza Murcatto is a fierce, driven anti-heroine on a bloody quest for revenge, surrounded by equally damaged companions. Abercrombie's blend of grit, violence, and dark humor will remind you of Morgan's unflinching take on what it means to be a hero.

... rich, detailed worldbuilding with intricate histories and cultures?

City Of Stairs by Robert Jackson Bennett

If the layered, vividly realized world of The Steel Remains drew you in, City of Stairs offers another masterful blend of mythology, politics, and history. Shara Thivani's investigation takes her through a city shaped by the remnants of dead gods and lost miracles, with a setting as meticulously constructed and immersive as anything in Morgan's work.

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