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The Shadow of the Gods
- Book One of the Bloodsworn Saga
- Narrated by: Colin Mace
- Length: 18 hrs and 13 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Set in a brand-new, Norse-inspired world and packed with myth, magic and bloody vengeance, The Shadow of the Gods begins an epic new fantasy saga from best-selling author John Gwynne.
After the gods warred and drove themselves to extinction, the cataclysm of their fall shattered the land of Vigrið.
Now a new world is rising, where power-hungry jarls feud and monsters stalk the woods and mountains. A world where the bones of the dead gods still hold great power for those brave - or desperate - enough to seek them out.
As whispers of war echo across the mountains and fjords, fate follows in the footsteps of three people: a huntress on a dangerous quest, a noblewoman who has rejected privilege in pursuit of battle fame and a thrall who seeks vengeance among the famed 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....
Critic Reviews
"John Gwynne is one of the modern masters of heroic fantasy." (Adrian Tchaikovsky)
"John Gwynne writes fantasy with the heart of a hero and the inventiveness of a master mage." (Sebastien de Castell)
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- Anonymous User
- 28-09-2022
Perfectly believable female characters
I'm literally writing this review to countenance the idiot who couldn't believe that in a fantasy world where everyone has been fighting for their lives non-stop for hundreds of years that may be a woman might be able sit next to a man and row a boat without the need for explanation.
Please talk to a woman.
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- Anonymous User
- 01-06-2021
Awesome!
What an awesome story. I struggled for a long time to find something as good as The First Law series, but this looks like the beginning of something really good. Loved it! If you love Viking type stories, you won’t be able to get enough of this.
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- Alexander
- 24-12-2021
Can’t wait for the next one
Realistically this is a 8.5/10 but 4/5 stars doesn’t sound as good. Easily a top 10 book for the year
A liked a lot of the aspects of this book but the brilliant world was what has left me wanting more the most. Not telling every little detail or lore-dumping was a great choice as the wider lore/ past that had led to the current world is fed naturally through events or character interactions.
I want more of the world so badly that I’m going to run RPG sessions in the world to satisfy that itch till the next book comes out. I don’t usually read books for action sequences but these ones are so well written I’m beginning to change my mind on that.
I’d liken the writing to Jo Abercrombie strong characters moving the plot along/ being a part of major events less politics focusing on war bands or individuals rather than nations (for now at least there’s certainly setup for that sort of thing).
The book also sticks the landing
The performance is excellent but doesn’t go above and beyond (music or multiple narrators).
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- Jake Brimblecombe
- 05-03-2022
Amazing fiction
The story and world is just amazing. The book flows very well start to finish and had me sitting at the edge of my seat, exclaiming in excitement at the twists and turns.
Love the depictions of viking shield maidens, mythology, magic and culture. The author truely brought this world to life for me.
Perfect Narrator for this story, his gravelly voice matching the feel just right and a great narrator for the many battles. Could have used a female voice actor though, I must admit.
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- Tom
- 24-01-2022
wow! a true skalds ballad
voice 10/10
writing and narrative 9/10 slow start but very well paced with twists and teens.
overall: left me wanting more. the imagery that is created and the soothing and deep voice of the narrator does this book justice! highly recommend for dark and deep fantasy fans looking for a little norse in the mix.
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- georgina
- 12-12-2021
Read and listened to it, loved it
Great book, i read first and then listened to it. Can't wait for the 2nd one .
The narrator of this book was excellent, he has a fantastic voice and I enjoyed listening
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- chad
- 22-07-2022
Absolutely amazing
If you like medieval fantasy this is it! So many ups and downs, the magic and genetic systems are so cool in this universe
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- Anonymous User
- 06-10-2022
Immersive and well read
The book, had me wanting to keep listening in order to hear the story of characters play out only to have me invest in those characters as well. With the ending being everything I'd wanted and more.
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- Keith
- 13-07-2021
Incredible
As a fan of viking historical fiction and a fan of fantasy fiction, this was a perfect blend of the two. Gritty, heart thumping action, revenge, a dash of mystery. Loved it.
Narrator really fits the story too.
Definitely worth a read (or listen)
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- Anonymous User
- 07-08-2021
excellent new saga
This is on a par with Joe Abercrombie, narration is also excellent, characters are well defined, bloody and gory, can't wait for the next instalment.
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