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All Gods Must Die

All Gods Must Die #1 / 3
by Soraya Cole
All Gods Must Die (All Gods Must Die #1) by Soraya Cole
★ 10.00 / 1
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Of gold that gleams, of silver that shatters, a realm of mortals, a world full of shadows.

A gift bestowed. A time that is borrowed. A seed must be sowed, a strike to be sorrowed.

Unveil the smoke to a world that is cloaked near a well at the end sits seven streams to defend.

Nine trees of wisdom and the darkness of light. Chaos will come for all those who fight.

A true death and a love that is bound by fate and fortune and all nine realms.

Taint and trials, cruelty and lies. The Gods must fall before all can rise.

All Gods Must Die is the first book in a fantasy series 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 who is ready to fight for what she believes in.

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Release date: September 24, 2024

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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’.

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Rather than chase familiar fantasy tropes, Cole builds her worlds with the patient, careful hands of someone who knows that magic is only as powerful as the people who wield it. Her stories often explore themes of identity, sacrifice, and the blurred lines between good and evil, all wrapped in prose that feels both timeless and daringly new.

When she’s not writing, Soraya shares glimpses of her creative journey on TikTok and Instagram (@sorayacoleauthor), inviting readers into the behind-the-scenes moments that shape her stories. At home in Ireland, surrounded by family and the ever-changing skies, she continues to draw inspiration from the landscape that first taught her how stories endure.

Still early in her career, Soraya Cole is carving out a space in the genre where myth and emotion entwine — a storyteller who reminds us that sometimes, the gods must fall so the mortals can rise.

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.

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At the heart of the story is Seren, a young woman bound to a destiny she never asked for, carrying secrets that could unmake both kingdoms and gods alike. As she navigates treacherous courts and forgotten magics, her path tangles with rebels, lovers, and monsters—some wearing familiar faces. The slow-burn tension that coils through the pages isn’t just romantic; it’s the kind of tension born when survival and trust are no longer certain.

Rather than offering grand battles or sweeping heroes, this fantasy series digs deeper, exploring the quiet moments when a single choice can change the shape of the world. It's a world where loyalty cuts sharper than any blade, and the gods—once worshipped—must finally answer for the chaos they left behind.

With lyrical prose, intricate world-building, and characters who feel as raw and real as old wounds, All Gods Must Die offers a dark, atmospheric fantasy experience rooted in mythology, betrayal, and the slow, searing hope of something better.

Perfect for readers who crave emotionally-driven fantasy with complex power struggles and rich mythology, this series whispers long after the final page, a reminder that sometimes salvation comes only after the gods have fallen.


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.

All Gods Must Die (All Gods Must Die #1)
★ 10.00 / 1
The Gods We Defy (All Gods Must Die #2)
★ 8.00 / 1
All Gods Must Die Book 3 (All Gods Must Die #3)
⧗ 10.00 / 3


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