The Gods Below
the instant Sunday Times bestseller of warring gods, feuding sisters and devastating magic
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group
Published:5th Sep '24
Should be back in stock very soon
In a world where gemstones wield magical power, two sisters are caught in a divine conflict. The Gods Below explores their harrowing journey.
In The Gods Below, readers are introduced to a richly crafted world where gemstones hold immense magical power. Following a devastating divine war, humanity has entered into a precarious pact with the god Kluehnn. In exchange for a steady supply of these magical gems, Kluehnn promises to restore the world to its former glory. However, as the land transforms, so do its inhabitants, often into bizarre new forms that may not survive the changes. This complex backdrop sets the stage for a gripping tale of conflict and survival.
The story centers around two sisters, Hakara and Rasha, who find themselves on opposing sides of an escalating war between gods. Hakara, determined to protect herself and her sister, flees their homeland, only to face tragedy as they become separated. In her quest to rescue Rasha, Hakara discovers her ability to harness the power of the gems, which leads her to a secretive group intent on dismantling the God Pact. Their revelation that Rasha is still alive adds urgency to Hakara's mission, but it also forces her to confront the daunting challenge of waging war against a god.
The Gods Below is not just a tale of magical battles; it explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the bonds of sisterhood. As Hakara navigates this treacherous landscape filled with intrigue and danger, readers will be drawn into a narrative that promises both high-stakes action and emotional depth, marking the beginning of an epic fantasy series by Andrea Stewart.
The Gods Below is the best kind of epic fantasy, balancing breathtakingly imaginative worlds with complex, deeply felt characters. This is a story of ancient gods and magical transformations; it's also the story of desperate people fighting for those they love, and undergoing transformations of different kinds. Intricate, propulsive, and beautiful - I loved it -- H. G. Parry
Andrea Stewart is a master of building worlds with a burning, beating heart. This first in her new trilogy is an epic and heart rending struggle between gods and mortals, lovers and siblings as each must pick a side to survive. Each twist of the tale is a twist of the knife, and every turn drags you closer to a bloody and powerful conclusion. As a reader, I found myself leaping from chapter to chapter, breathless and desperate to find out what happens next. Stewart is a writer of genius and brilliance, and I can't wait to see where this trilogy leads -- Hannah Kaner
The Gods Below is as breathtaking as its magic system promises. Expect old gods, altered beings, magic stones, fighting, romance, and rollicking good fun. Stewart's newest series cements her as a bright voice in the fantasy genre -- L. R. Lam
This awe-inspiring fantasy-trilogy starter is everything fans of high fantasy have been looking for. Its characters are compelling, its world is vivid, new, and visceral * Booklist (starred review) *
Ambitious worldbuilding and some of the best character arcs in fantasy . . . Andrea Stewart is back, and it's time to get obsessed again * Fanfiaddict *
ISBN: 9780356520674
Dimensions: 236mm x 154mm x 46mm
Weight: 760g
528 pages