The Shadow of the Gods

The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne was the 176th Official Sword and Laser Book Club selection.

Reading Period: February 1st, 2024 to February 29th, 2024

How/Why was this book chosen: Veronica chose it from suggestions on Discord.

Sword and Laser Goodreads Group Discussion of The Shadow of the Gods

The Shadow of the Gods by 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.

Now, 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 . . .