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4.24 AVERAGE
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4.25⭐️ This saga already has a deep hold on me. I read Herald first and it was nice already knowing some of the key characters before diving into this short story. I gobbled it up in just half a day. I’m moving onto the next short story as fast as possible!
I don’t know exactly what it is, but this story has me enthralled. Its disturbing description of horrifying acts should push me away but I cannot tear my eyes from the paper. If you’re sensitive to religion and heresy against God and angels then I’d recommend not reading this, but also know it’s not overly controversial. To me, it’s just meant to make you think and feel and rage and wonder.
I’m loving it and need Hayes to put out all of the book 2 trilogies immediately.
I don’t know exactly what it is, but this story has me enthralled. Its disturbing description of horrifying acts should push me away but I cannot tear my eyes from the paper. If you’re sensitive to religion and heresy against God and angels then I’d recommend not reading this, but also know it’s not overly controversial. To me, it’s just meant to make you think and feel and rage and wonder.
I’m loving it and need Hayes to put out all of the book 2 trilogies immediately.
I read in author suggested order, and I recommend the same for the surprises!
"Deathless" is the first volume of "Annals of the God Eather, the second trilogy in the "God Eater Saga".
It was a short and efficient installment, seting a solid base for the events to came.
I started with "Herald", in the order recommended by the author and I hope that was a worthy bett.
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It was a short and efficient installment, seting a solid base for the events to came.
I started with "Herald", in the order recommended by the author and I hope that was a worthy bett.
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With a totally different feel from Demon, Deathless follows a dying king's 1000 year old telling of religious rebellion against god himself.
Simply put, if you're on the quest for a book that'll suck you in and refuse to let go, then "Deathless: Annals of the God Eater" by Rob J. Hayes is your next read. Picture this: an aging king trying to keep his kingdom together while hiding a nasty illness, all while dealing with some seriously entitled angels. It's intense, gripping, and a lot of fun.
So, let's talk characters. King Ertide Hostain is our main guy. He's old, he's kinda grumpy, and he's hiding his sickness from everyone. Honestly, his inner thoughts had me cracking up more than once. Imagine if Tyrion Lannister and Gandalf had a love child who became a stressed-out king. That's Ertide for you. Then there's Oronesus, a stunningly beautiful angel who's probably a 7/8 on the crazy scale. And let's not forget Moon, the wildcard angel who's as unpredictable as a cat in a rainstorm. He'll keep you guessin that's for sure.
The world-building? Top notch! Hayes has created this sprawling empire with ancient courtyards and political drama that keeps you hooked. You can almost smell the flowers and feel the tension in the air. The whole society is built around divine servitude, which makes every character's struggle feel like they're up against an invisible, all-seeing force. Spoiler alert: they kind of are.
What really got me were the random bits of humor Hayes threw in. Ertide's interactions with his way-too-pious wife, Ylnaea, are just too funny. It's like trying to stay calm while your super-religious aunt won't stop asking if you've been to church. And Moon? Their banter is pure gold. One second, you're laughing out loud. Then suddenly, you're holding your breath during a tense political showdown.
In the quest for great reads, "Deathless" nails it. Character drama? Check. Epic world-building? You bet. Twists and turns? Oh, plenty. This book is perfect if you love political intrigue and complex character arcs and want to watch a king navigate daily chaos in a world littered with angels. Grab your favorite drink (though Ertide would suggest breakfast wine), and dive into the Annals of the God Eater. Trust me, it's a wild journey and one I can't wait to continue.
So, let's talk characters. King Ertide Hostain is our main guy. He's old, he's kinda grumpy, and he's hiding his sickness from everyone. Honestly, his inner thoughts had me cracking up more than once. Imagine if Tyrion Lannister and Gandalf had a love child who became a stressed-out king. That's Ertide for you. Then there's Oronesus, a stunningly beautiful angel who's probably a 7/8 on the crazy scale. And let's not forget Moon, the wildcard angel who's as unpredictable as a cat in a rainstorm. He'll keep you guessin that's for sure.
The world-building? Top notch! Hayes has created this sprawling empire with ancient courtyards and political drama that keeps you hooked. You can almost smell the flowers and feel the tension in the air. The whole society is built around divine servitude, which makes every character's struggle feel like they're up against an invisible, all-seeing force. Spoiler alert: they kind of are.
What really got me were the random bits of humor Hayes threw in. Ertide's interactions with his way-too-pious wife, Ylnaea, are just too funny. It's like trying to stay calm while your super-religious aunt won't stop asking if you've been to church. And Moon? Their banter is pure gold. One second, you're laughing out loud. Then suddenly, you're holding your breath during a tense political showdown.
In the quest for great reads, "Deathless" nails it. Character drama? Check. Epic world-building? You bet. Twists and turns? Oh, plenty. This book is perfect if you love political intrigue and complex character arcs and want to watch a king navigate daily chaos in a world littered with angels. Grab your favorite drink (though Ertide would suggest breakfast wine), and dive into the Annals of the God Eater. Trust me, it's a wild journey and one I can't wait to continue.
dark
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I finally finished the first leg of the God Eater saga, having previous read Herald and Demon. This book takes place in the middle of both of those series, and while it's technically my least favorite of the 3, it's still a great book.
The story takes place 2,000 years after the events in Demon. The events of Dien Hostain are legend at this point, and the Sant Dien Empire is ruled by her descendant Ertide Hostain. The king is old and is pressured by the angels who live among them to choose a successor. However, there is definitely tension between the angels of Heaven and the king, especially after he discovers information that suggests things might not be what they seem.
This storytelling is much different than both Demon and Herald. There is virtually no action, with this being 95% political maneuvering and scheming. Because of that, this starts off very slowly. However, once it gets going, it's a joy to read.
Because this is such a short book, there isn't too much time for character development for all seven Godless kings, but Rob J. Hayes still does a very good job at making them feel distinct enough. One thing I will say about this (and really the entire God Eater saga as a whole) is that it's very entertaining reading about characters who are legends in the later series and seeing what actually happened. It would be like reading Mistborn while simultaneously reading about the Lord Ruler before he became the Lord Ruler. It's a fascinating storytelling device, and I'm all for it.
So far, the God Eater saga is shaping up to be one of my favorites of all-time. I'm very excited to read the next book in all 3 trilogies.
The story takes place 2,000 years after the events in Demon. The events of Dien Hostain are legend at this point, and the Sant Dien Empire is ruled by her descendant Ertide Hostain. The king is old and is pressured by the angels who live among them to choose a successor. However, there is definitely tension between the angels of Heaven and the king, especially after he discovers information that suggests things might not be what they seem.
This storytelling is much different than both Demon and Herald. There is virtually no action, with this being 95% political maneuvering and scheming. Because of that, this starts off very slowly. However, once it gets going, it's a joy to read.
Because this is such a short book, there isn't too much time for character development for all seven Godless kings, but Rob J. Hayes still does a very good job at making them feel distinct enough. One thing I will say about this (and really the entire God Eater saga as a whole) is that it's very entertaining reading about characters who are legends in the later series and seeing what actually happened. It would be like reading Mistborn while simultaneously reading about the Lord Ruler before he became the Lord Ruler. It's a fascinating storytelling device, and I'm all for it.
So far, the God Eater saga is shaping up to be one of my favorites of all-time. I'm very excited to read the next book in all 3 trilogies.
More straight forward than Herald but no less compelling. Rob J. Hayes is doing such a fantastic job of building the world and characters in this world to make you want to root for his protagonists while still asking yourself who is on the right side of things. The structure of the saga is still being used impressively with foreshadowing for events after Herald, presumably Age part 2, sprinkled into a story that does not go quite how you thought it would since you were already told it on broad strokes (if you follow the recommended reading order).
I'm excited to get started on Demon, another 2000 years into the past, but I'm already itching for phase 2 with only 200-ish pages left in phase 1 when there is still a month until the set is even officially/widely released.
I'm excited to get started on Demon, another 2000 years into the past, but I'm already itching for phase 2 with only 200-ish pages left in phase 1 when there is still a month until the set is even officially/widely released.
I was worried how this book would play out honestly! It's a prequel to a book in which the characters slowly uncover a conspiracy, but could be read before it, so how would they keep everything in the box and yet keep it interesting to those who know what's in the box. The solution Hayes uses is so much fun - have them uncover some next level of the conspiracy, whilst the events the first book's conspiracy unveiled are about to happen, creating an onion of conspiracies, lies, myths and fake histories that give the whole world and its magical control system such a rich realistic feel to it! So much fun!