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The Shadow of the Gods (Deluxe Limited Hardcover Edition)

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By John Gwynne

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$35.00

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$46.00 CAD

This striking DELUXE LIMITED EDITION is available while supplies last―featuring stenciled sprayed edges, a new introduction from the author, and other specially designed features. This must-have special edition is only available on a limited first print run while supplies last.

“A masterfully crafted, brutally compelling Norse-inspired epic.” —Anthony Ryan, author of The Pariah

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 Norse-inspired world, and packed with myth, magic, and vengeance, The Shadow of the Gods begins an epic fantasy saga from New York Times bestselling author John Gwynne. The story continues in book two, The Hunger of the Gods, available now!

Look out for the special editions of The Bloodsworn Saga:

The Shadow of the Gods: Oct. 2025

The Hunger of the Gods: Nov. 2025

The Fury of the Gods: Dec. 2025

For more from John Gwynne, check out:

The Bloodsworn
The Shadow of the Gods
The Hunger of the Gods
The Fury of the Gods


Of Blood and Bone
A Time of Dread
A Time of Blood
A Time of Courage


The Faithful and the Fallen
Malice
Valor
Ruin
Wrath

  • "A satisfying and riveting read. The well-realized characters move against a backdrop of a world stunning in its immensity. It’s everything I’ve come to expect from a John Gwynne book."
    Robin Hobb

On Sale
Oct 14, 2025
Page Count
528 pages
Publisher
Orbit
ISBN-13
9780316596855

John Gwynne

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.

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