Half a King

In "Half a King" by Joe Abercrombie, Yarvi, the second son of King Uthrik and Queen Laithlin of Gettland, navigates a treacherous path after the brutal murder of his family forces him into kingship despite his perceived weaknesses. As he seeks vengeance against the Vanstermen, Yarvi's journey turns perilous when he is betrayed and enslaved, requiring all his cunning and diplomatic skills to lead a diverse group of fellow captives through a treacherous landscape. With the relentless Captain Shadikshirram in pursuit, Yarvi must forge a dangerous alliance with war to reclaim his throne and shape his destiny.