A Time of Dread

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4.6
32 reviews
Ebook
512
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About this ebook

Acclaimed epic fantasy author John Gwynne returns with the first book in a new trilogy, perfect for fans of George R. R. Martin, Brandon Sanderson, and David Gemmell.

"A Time of Dread reminds me of why I became a fantasy enthusiast in the first place." -- Robin Hobb

A race of warrior angels, the Ben-Elim, once vanquished a mighty demon horde. Now they rule the Banished lands, but their peace is brutally enforced.

In the south, hotheaded Riv is desperate to join the Ben-Elim's peacekeeping force, until she unearths a deadly secret.

In the west, the giantess Sig investigates demon sightings and discovers signs of an uprising and black magic.
And in the snowbound north, Drem, a trapper, finds mutilated corpses in the forests. The work of a predator, or something far darker?
It's a time of shifting loyalties and world-changing dangers. Difficult choices need to be made. Because in the shadows, demons are gathering, waiting for their time to rise. . .

Ratings and reviews

4.6
32 reviews
Rea Sarian
October 4, 2022
leans heavily on nostalgia from the first series. Feels pretty tropey. Fine read if you liked faithful and fallen.
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Mike
March 15, 2018
If you were a fan of the Faith and the Fallen series, you'll love this. Highly recommend!!! Can't wait for the next one!
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Clint Della Lucia
February 18, 2018
Pretty excited for this!
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About the author

John Gwynne studied and lectured at Brighton University. He's been in a rock 'n' roll band, playing the double bass, traveled the USA and lived in Canada for a time. He is married with four children and lives in Eastbourne, running a small family business rejuvenating vintage furniture. Malice is his debut novel.

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