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“An incredible start to a Norse-inspired, epic fantasy trilogy. All three main characters feel unique in their own ways and it's interesting to see how each storyline intersects (or doesn't) and where each of them ultimately end up at. John Gwynne has masterfully created some of the best fight scenes I've ever read in fantasy while also weaving in humor in a way that feels natural to this story. ”
— Kyle • Court Street Books
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“John Gwynne has written a brutal, expertly crafted Norse-inspired tale of adventure, sacrifice, blood, and vengeance. The storytelling brings to life a sweeping, compelling world build in the shadows and ruins of dead gods. The characters are gritty and realistic–their emotions are felt with every action and every word. With non-stop action, treacherous paths, and cruel monsters–this book is a MUST-READ for any fantasy lover.”
— Anna Rose • The Well-Read Moose
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.
For more from John Gwynne, check out:
Of Blood and BoneA Time of DreadA Time of BloodA Time of Courage
The Faithful and the FallenMaliceValorRuinWrath
John Gwynne is the author of The Faithful and the Fallen quartet and the Of Blood and Bone trilogy. He studied and lectured at Brighton University. He's been in a rock 'n' roll band, playing the double bass, traveled the USA and lived in Canada for a time. He is married with four children and lives in Eastbourne, running a small family business rejuvenating vintage furniture.
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Audiobook details
Author:
John Gwynne
Narrator:
Colin Mace
ISBN:
9781549134036
Length:
18 hours 14 minutes
Language:
English
Publisher:
Hachette Audio
Publication date:
May 4, 2021
Edition:
Unabridged
Libro.fm rank:
#1,248 Overall
Genre rank:
#242 in Fantasy