Godkiller
A young woman hunts gods but encounters one she cannot kill.
Format:Hardback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:19th Jan '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This hardback is available in another edition too:
- Paperback£9.99(9780008521509)
In a world where zealots kill for their gods, a young woman who hunts deities finds herself protecting one she cannot kill. Together with allies, they confront dark forces threatening their realm.
In Godkiller, the gripping debut novel by a new voice in fantasy, readers are introduced to Kissen, a young woman whose life is forever altered by tragedy. After her family is slain by zealots worshipping a fire god, she turns her grief into a profession, becoming a godkiller. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Skedi, a god of white lies, who has inexplicably tethered himself to a nobleman. Together, they find themselves on the run from shadowy assassins, forcing Kissen to confront the complexities of her own beliefs and the nature of divinity.
As Kissen, Skedi, and a disillusioned knight embark on a perilous journey to the ruined city of Blenraden, they seek the aid of the last wild gods who reside there. Each character grapples with their own motivations and pasts, creating a rich tapestry of personal struggles intertwined with the larger narrative. The quest becomes not just about survival, but also about understanding the true cost of their actions and the implications of their choices in a world teetering on the brink of chaos.
Amidst the backdrop of a brewing civil war and the relentless pursuit of demons, Godkiller explores themes of vengeance, loyalty, and the moral dilemmas faced by those who wield power. With its blend of gritty realism and fantastical elements, this novel invites readers to ponder the nature of good and evil, ultimately leading to a reckoning that could change their world forever.
A COSMOPOLITAN and INDEPENDENT best book of 2023
‘A wonderful, gritty, explosively violent, and beautifully realised debut built around a mismatched trio’s classic quest’ DAILY MAIL
‘Kaner’s debut offers all the bloodshed, demons, and magic a fantasy fan could want, while championing contemporary values such an inclusivity’
FINANCIAL TIMES
‘Fantasy lovers like me can’t wait for this one!’ COSMOPOLITAN
‘A fascinating and engaging dark fantasy adventure reminiscent of Sapkowski’s THE WITCHER’ GRIMDARK
‘Dark, gritty and highly immersive’
THE FANTASY HIVE
‘Violent, bawdy, beautifully imagined, and intensely felt, GODKILLER is a bone-rattling fantasy thriller that flies by in a breathtaking rush’
Joe Hill, #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of HEART-SHAPED BOX and HORNS
‘Holy heck, this book isso good. A disabled bisexual mercenary heroine who murders gods, a former solider turned baker with a troubled past, a noble child linked to the god of white lies… You need this story in your life!’
Katee Robert, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of THE DARK OLYMPUS series
‘A fresh and confident debut, GODKILLER will have you in its grasp from the first pages. Led by a cast of spirited characters, it leaps and bounds to the beat of its own golden heart, building to an epic clash of wills. Hannah Kaner has taken her first great strides in what is sure to be an extraordinary journey’
Samantha Shannon, SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE
‘Full of fire, each page scalding, Hannah Kaner's GODKILLER is an explosive debut that will leave you reeling’
Saara El-Arifi,SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of THE FINAL STRIFE
‘Epic and intimate, tender and sharp, GODKILLER is a triumph of storytelling and the beginning of a story that I can’t wait to follow’
Hannah Whitten, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of FOR THE WOLF
ISBN: 9780008521462
Dimensions: 240mm x 159mm x 28mm
Weight: 530g
304 pages