The Hunger of the Gods

John Gwynne

The Hunger of the Gods

John Gwynne
70 pages2-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2022

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Book Brief

John Gwynne

The Hunger of the Gods

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

672

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy
Setting

Vigrid • Medieval Fantasy World

Theme
Revenge

Self Discovery

Social Class
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Hunger of the Gods by John Gwynne continues the epic fantasy saga of the Bloodsworn series. It delves into the lives of various characters, intertwining their stories of revenge, war, and survival in a land where ancient gods awaken and threaten the world. With rich lore and intricate world-building, the narrative advances the broader conflict.

Gritty

Dark

Fantastical

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.5

64,673 ratings

92%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Gwynne's The Hunger of the Gods offers an immersive continuation of the series, featuring rich world-building and engaging characters. Critics praise its gripping action and intricate plot while noting its occasional pacing issues and complex narrative that may challenge new readers. Overall, it’s a strong sequel that keeps fans eagerly turning pages.

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Who Should Read The Hunger of the Gods?

Readers who enjoy epic fantasy filled with Norse mythology, intricate plots, and rich character development will find The Hunger of the Gods captivating. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire and J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings series will appreciate John Gwynne's detailed world-building and morally complex characters.

4.5

64,673 ratings

92%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Character List

A fierce and determined former leader known as the "Skullsplitter," driven by her quest to rescue her son and avenge her husband, who balances her past as a warrior with her present as a mother.

A fugitive with a mysterious heritage who discovers his true identity and finds a new family among the Bloodsworn, seeking justice for his sister's untimely death.

A battle-hardened warrior with ambitions for leadership, whose journey from seeking glory to protecting her warband defines her character arc.

A conflicted warrior navigating his allegiance between two warbands while struggling with his conscience and past loyalties.

An opportunistic character driven by ambition and survival, whose actions illustrate his desperate quest for power and recognition.

The dragon-god antagonist who seeks to overturn the existing order by establishing herself as ruler, promising liberation to the oppressed Tainted.

A devoted and ruthless warrior of the Raven-Feeders, committed to her family's legacy and seeking vengeance for past grievances.

The steadfast leader of the Bloodsworn, whose personal quest for revenge drives his involvement in the unfolding conflict.

A cunning and manipulative rat-god whose return complicates the power dynamics among the divine beings, characterized by his survival instincts.

Book Details
Pages

672

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy
Setting

Vigrid • Medieval Fantasy World

Theme
Revenge

Self Discovery

Social Class
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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