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A fast-paced, cloak-and-dagger fantasy adventure where a beloved rogue navigates the shadowy politics of the criminal underworld. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Jimmy and the Crawler.

  • shadowy
  • energetic
  • cloak-and-dagger
  1. 01

    Krondor

    Raymond E. Feist

    A shadowy, fast-paced fantasy thriller where noble knights and cunning rogues navigate a deadly urban underworld.

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    • shadowy
    • adventurous
    • nostalgic
    • suspenseful
  2. 02

    Jimmy the Hand

    Raymond E. Feist and Steve Stirling

    A nostalgic, fast-paced romp through the shadows with a charming rogue who discovers the world is much darker than the city sewers.

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    • shadowy
    • adventurous
    • nostalgic
    • suspenseful
  3. 03

    The Crown Tower

    Michael J. Sullivan

    A classic, banter-filled fantasy heist that thrives on the friction and eventual spark of an iconic odd-couple partnership.

    Shares:
    • adventurous
    • wry
  4. 04

    The mongrel mage

    L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

    A methodical and deeply detailed fantasy journey about mastering unique gifts to protect a hard-won sanctuary.

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    • adventurous
  5. 05

    Fool's Errand (Tawny Man, Book 1)

    Robin Hobb · 2002

    A deeply intimate, autumnal return to a beloved world that will slowly and masterfully break your heart.

    Shares:
    • nostalgic
  6. 06

    To Green Angel Tower, Book Three

    Tad Williams · 2005

    A sweeping, melancholic epic that rewards patience with a deeply emotional, world-shattering crescendo.

    Feels:
    • autumnal
    • dread-soaked
    • sweeping
  7. 07

    Imager

    L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

    A deeply satisfying, methodical exploration of magical training and political intrigue where discipline is just as important as power.

    Feels:
    • grounded
    • academic
    • quietly tense
  8. 08

    War maid's choice

    David Weber

    A sprawling, high-stakes epic fantasy where unlikely alliances and divine champions stand as the last bulwark against a universe-conquering darkness.

    Feels:
    • tense
    • heroic
    • embattled
  9. 09

    The sword of the south

    David Weber

    A classic high-fantasy journey of forgotten pasts and ancient magic, where a pawn must become a protector to stand against the darkness.

    Feels:
    • tense
    • mysterious
    • heroic
  10. 10

    God Stalk

    P. C. Hodgell

    A delightfully chaotic plunge into a labyrinthine city of thieves and thousand-faced gods.

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    • shadowy
    • adventurous
    • wry
  11. 11

    Theft of swords

    Michael J. Sullivan

    A fast-talking, sword-swinging buddy comedy wrapped in classic high fantasy trappings.

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    • energetic
    • adventurous
    • wry
  12. 12

    Camber of Culdi

    Katherine Kurtz

    A somber, richly textured tale of reluctant heroes, cloistered secrets, and the heavy price of rebellion in a medieval world.

    Shares:
    • shadowy

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