The Shadow of the Gods
By John Gwynne
- Release Date: 2021-05-04
- Genre: Epic Fantasy
Description
"A masterfully crafted, brutally compelling Norse-inspired epic." —Anthony Ryan
THE GREATEST SAGAS ARE WRITTEN IN BLOOD.
A century has passed since the gods fought and drove themselves to extinction. Now only their bones remain, promising great power to those brave enough to seek them out.
As whispers of war echo across the land of Vigrid, fate follows in the footsteps of three warriors: a huntress on a dangerous quest, a noblewoman pursuing battle fame, and a thrall seeking vengeance among the mercenaries known as the Bloodsworn.
All three will shape the fate of the world as it once more falls under the shadow of the gods.
Set in a brand-new, Norse-inspired world, and packed with myth, magic, and vengeance, The Shadow of the Gods begins an epic new fantasy saga from bestselling author John Gwynne.
Reviews
Slow start
4By 798AmandaJacksonWhile this does have plenty of action, even in the beginning. Building the world becomes tiresome. The narration seems to go on and on. Understandable, considering it’s building a world for your imagination. But it does seem excessive in book one. I read book one, the audiobook may be better with all the narration. After getting through book one, you have to finish the series, not only will you want to buy book one ends with a cliffhanger. The characters are amazing, the storyline addictive. I wish I could read them all again for the first time.Absolutely a must read
5By TtrreeyyAction packed! Every chapter has something that makes you wanna keep reading. Loved it. Can’t wait to read the next book.Boring. Dry. Pedantic. Uninteresting.
1By zachbugayJust overly pedantic and boring. Dry and descriptive and utterly lacking in personality.This is really good book I no more thing Loki Thor
5By Maurice 19 cupThis is really good I love VikingGood Norse Fantasy
5By LyonarteFirst book reading with Norse mythology and fantasy. I enjoy the world building and character development. Even for me who does not read often I was able to follow and understand the story, even had chapters that made me excited to read on to know what happens with some characters.Okay Book
2By BrodiepercivalThis was an alright book. I haven’t read a lot of fantasy books like this but this book was slow. Most books I get to a point where I can’t put it down. I never got there with this book.Fantastic
5By PlacidFireballFantastic book, a real page-turner. Full of violence and intrigue. Onto the next one :)Incredible!!!
5By Jonny4253Wow! Heard great things about this book but this blew my socks off. I’ll admit it starts somewhat slow but man does it finish in an amazing way. Highly highly recommend this book. Immediately diving into #2! Instant favorite for me.Great book.
5By Konnor18This book got me hooked from the first chapter. I don’t really know what else to say, but this is a great book 5 out of 5 stars at least. And now I just have to wait for the third book.Excellent world
5By TigersJC86I really enjoyed the setting of this world and it was a nice, fresh change of pace from typical fantasy settings. I appreciate the author providing a glossary as many of the Viking terms will have you googling them. I did struggle a bit with keeping some of the characters straight but it did end on an excellent cliffhangerAwesome
5By BeardonI enjoyed this book.Captivating
5By cocoaman08Great story telling with amazing plot build upLove it!
5By MichelleM2Awesome & as always I can’t wait for the next!Overall great read
4By Ghak the hakGreat action, strong set of characters, unique and developed world, only downside is dialogue can sometimes seem unemotional and it roboticHappy to have found this book!
5By ObriensruleWhile reading this book I was allowed a reprieve from my own world and allowed entry into another. Such a craft to be able to share such writings. Thank you John Gwynne.Could not put it down
5By Wild BohrHere I should be asleep but had to finish this to see what happens! A must read! I can’t wait for the next book in April!Enthralling
5By EmyfluxThe glory, gory, myth and magic of the Norse Sagas, Eddas and superstitions remade with the perfect sword and sorcery spice.Great Read
5By Forever NoobWell plotted with strong world building. Inspired by Norse mythology reinterpretation.
