Gods of the Wyrdwood

Gods of the Wyrdwood

by RJ Barker

4.3
Published2023
Language en

Synopsis

In a world where untamed gods vie for dominion and ancient forests teem with monstrous threats, Cahan, a man haunted by a warrior past, now walks the path of a Forester, an unparalleled navigator of the perilous Crua. His quiet life is shattered when Udinny, a dedicated servant of the goddess of the lost and protector of the vulnerable, seeks his expertise. A child has vanished into the forbidding Wyrdwood, and Udinny needs Cahan to guide her through its treacherous depths. As they journey deeper into the heart of the wild, Cahan is forced to confront the ghosts of his former life, torn between the warrior he once was and the man he has become. Their quest through the monster-laden Wyrdwood will not only test their limits but also ignite a chain of events with profound consequences for their entire world, compelling Cahan to make a choice that will echo through the very fabric of existence.

Critical Reception

"Praised as a 'splendid fantasy work' and a 'triple-threat of world-building, character, and plot,' 'Gods of the Wyrdwood' has been lauded as a significant and emotionally resonant entry in contemporary fantasy literature."

Metadata

ISBN:9780316401784
Pages:566
Age Rating:16+

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