The Shadow of the Gods

John Gwynne

May 2021 · Sold by Orbit

About this ebook

"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.
 

Ratings and reviews

The Shadow of the Gods is a great fantasy book that is full of action, intrigue, and complex characters. The worldbuilding is rich and detailed, and the story is full of twists and turns. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy or adventure stories.

This book was a masterclass of violent and grim storytelling. Much in the styles of Mark Lawrence and Joe Abercrombie, John Gwynne manages to encapsulate a massive Norse world ready to be delved into until the final page.

Probably more of a 4.5/5. I have long been a fan of Viking fiction, and enjoy multiple POVs. Can't wait to read the next book

About the author

John Gwynne studied and lectured at Brighton University. He’s played double bass in a rock ’n’ roll band and traveled the USA and Canada. He is married with four children and lives in Eastbourne, where he is part of a Viking reenactment group. When not writing, he can often be found standing in a shield wall with his three sons about him. His dogs think he is their slave.