The Gods We Defy
Of fire, of flames, born one that will favor,
Of light and darkness, a powerful savior.
Unravel before us in shadows of gray,
Shards of glass that splinter, and a death to outweigh.
Cloaked in shadows, covered in smoke,
Carved in sin, a serpent awoke.
A sea full of ice, a snow covered in red,
A descent into ashes, a life bound by thread.
A feast of glory, a fight to the end,
A fools errand, a feud to be mend.
A clash of power and a curse undone.
To rule and reign, two fates become one.
A vow, a binding, a life that is owed,
A path bound by death, is a destiny bestowed.
The Gods We Defy is book 2 in the All Gods Must Die series, a new fantasy series that is inspired by Irish Mythology. Full of mystery, betrayal, a unique magic system and a prophecy, get ready to be brought on one epic adventure. This plot heavy, character-driven story has a delicious slow burn that gets hotter each book, and a strong female lead that is ready to fight for what she believes in.
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Soraya Cole
In a quiet corner of Ireland, where the mist clings to the hills and old stories linger in the stones, Soraya Cole found the beginnings of her own mythology. A lifelong lover of folklore and fantasy, she grew up surrounded by the haunting rhythms of Irish legends — a foundation that now breathes life into every page she writes.
Soraya Cole’s debut novel, All Gods Must Die, released in 2024, marks the arrival of a fresh, lyrical voice in fantasy romance. Set in a world where light and darkness exist in an uneasy truce, the story follows Seren, a young woman caught between prophecy, rebellion, and her own dangerous heart. Cole’s writing leans into the slow-burn ache of romance, the sharp edge of betrayal, and the bittersweet pull of destiny. It’s no surprise that readers quickly embraced the novel for its intricate world-building, emotional depth, and heroine who refuses to be anyone’s pawn — not even the gods’.
All Gods Must Die
In a world where gods linger like scars across the land and prophecy is a burden no soul dares welcome, All Gods Must Die unfolds with a quiet, devastating power. Soraya Cole crafts a realm shaped by ancient myths and fragile mortal defiance — a place where magic hums beneath every betrayal and the stars themselves have long since turned their backs.
All Gods Must Die consists of two books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
