The 'First Law' trilogy by Joe Abercrombie is another. It has a lot of violent and bloody elements. The characters are often in life - or - death situations, and the battles are described in vivid, sometimes gruesome detail. This is combined with a complex web of political intrigue and magic in a well - crafted fantasy setting.
One well - known example is 'Game of Thrones'. It contains a great deal of bloody and violent scenes within a complex fantasy world. There are battles, assassinations, and power struggles that often involve graphic violence.
One example is 'The Iliad'. It is filled with violent battles and combat scenes that were part of the historical context of ancient Greece. The heroes engage in fierce warfare, and there are descriptions of bloody duels and mass slaughters which are crucial elements of the story and also reflect the violent nature of that era.
Well, 'Red Dragon' by Thomas Harris is a great example of a dark violent crime novel. It's the prequel to 'The Silence of the Lambs' and introduces the character of Hannibal Lecter in his early days. Then there's 'In Cold Blood' by Truman Capote. It's based on a true - life murder case and is a very dark exploration of the crime and the killers' minds. Also, 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson has its share of dark and violent elements as it involves a journalist and a hacker investigating a decades - old disappearance filled with family secrets and violence.
The story of the Siege of Masada in ancient times is also quite bloody. The Jewish rebels held out against the Roman army. In the end, rather than be captured, they chose mass suicide. It was a story of extreme desperation and the lengths people will go to in the face of overwhelming military force.
The following are some recommendations for horror, gory, and violent novels: 1. < The Last Apostle >: This is a story about a foreign continent where terror is about to befall. A young man who is independent of the River of Fate begins to travel between Allard and Earth. 2. [Doomsday Alien Dominator: This novel tells the story of Alien parasitism, the mother of Aliens becoming the master, leading hundreds of millions of Alien armies on a bloody journey.] 3. " Cultivation Rage Upgrade ": This is a bloody underworld novel. It tells the story of a young cultivation fanatic who has been reborn from the soul and rises up. Those who dare to provoke him will wave their bloody hands. 4. " The Evil Woman in Charge ": This novel tells the story of the daughter of an underworld family who ran off to become a hot-blooded policewoman and even plotted to destroy the evil mother-in-law. Please note that these novels may contain elements of horror, gore, and violence.
One well - known example is 'The Killer Angels' by Michael Shaara. It vividly depicts the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War, with violent battles and the harsh realities of war. Another is 'Gone with the Wind' which also contains elements of violence in the context of the Civil War and its aftermath. It shows the destruction and chaos.
One of the well - known fantasy novels is 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien. It takes readers on an epic journey through Middle - earth, filled with hobbits, elves, dwarves, and powerful magic. Another is 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling, which follows the adventures of a young wizard and his friends at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. 'A Song of Ice and Fire' by George R.R. Martin is also famous. It presents a complex and gritty world of political intrigue, war, and magic in the Seven Kingdoms.
On the other hand, it might desensitize some readers to violence. If they are constantly exposed to graphic descriptions of blood and gore in these novels, they may become less sensitive to real - life violence. However, this is not always the case, and many readers are able to distinguish between fictional and real violence.
The following were some recommendations for bloody and violent novels: Crossing the Wilderness to Be the Witch Empress, Father Cold King VS Divine Doctor Mother, Throne Made with Violence: Bloody God, Angel in Doomsday, Death Train, Wear Quickly: You'll Be Beated Whenever You're Dark, Peach Blossom Tribulation Crossing the Beast World, Super Violent Merchant, Evil Warriors of the Heavens, and other novels all contained bloody and violent plots. Please note that readers should choose to read according to their personal preferences and psychological endurance.
Gillian Flynn is also well - known. Her 'Gone Girl' contains elements of domestic violence and psychological manipulation, which are aspects often found in violent crime novels.
One of the most famous is the Hugo Award. It honors excellent works in the science fiction and fantasy genres. Another is the Nebula Award, which also recognizes outstanding fantasy and science fiction writing. The World Fantasy Award is specifically for fantasy works, rewarding the best in the field in terms of novels, short stories, etc.