The Shadow of the Gods
From acclaimed fantasy author John Gwynne comes the first in the Bloodsworn trilogy, an epic of wild lands and wilder magic, where not all monsters fight with tooth and claw... and the treasures of the gods come at a price.
This is the age of storm and murder.
After the old gods warred and drove themselves to extinction, the cataclysm of their fall shattered the land of Vigrio.
Now, power-hungry jarls carve out petty kingdoms, and monsters stalk the shadow-haunted woods and mountains. A world where the bones of the dead gods still hold great power, promising fame and fortune for those brave - or desperate - enough to seek them out.
As whispers of war echo over the plains and across the fjords, fate follows the footsteps of three people: a huntress searching for her missing son, a jarl's daughter who has rejected privilege in pursuit of battle fame, and a thrall who has cast off his chains and now fights alongside the famed mercenaries known as the Bloodsworn.
All three will shape the fate of the world, as it once more teeters on the edge of chaos.
John Gwynne
John Gwynne is the author of the renowned epic fantasy series, which includes "The Faithful and the Fallen," "Of Blood and Bone," and "The Bloodsworn Saga." Beyond his impressive literary works, Gwynne also has a fascinating and hands-on hobby as a Viking re-enactor. He finds great joy in joining the shield wall alongside his three sons, all of whom share his passionate enthusiasm for swords and axes, while occasionally grappling with the challenges of donning his coat of mail.
Bloodsworn Saga
Bloodsworn Saga consists of three books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
Book Reviews
I normally have a hard time following multiple character stories and I thought this would be one of them but as I read on this book pulled me in and kept me on the edge of my seat. The author has an amazing detail he brings to life with every breath taking battle and a very unique way of putting man and gods in coexistence, way different from any other fantasy author I've read in the past. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes fantasy novels.