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A review by marciabrilhante
Gods of the Wyrdwood by RJ Barker
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Gods of the Wyrwood is an epic political fantasy that is set in a unique world and it’s a story of faith and resilience. The story follows Cahan, a man known as the Forester, who lives on the edge of society, since he doesn’t show loyalty to any god or group.
The world is complex and full of creepy plants, dangerous creatures and different magics. We have a dual timeline throughout the book, since we follow Cahan in the present and the past. Barker is an exceptional writer, the characters were well developed, and the world building is rich, and the atmosphere felt wild.
Overall, this book was exceptional, and we could feel the balance between what’s dark and dangerous. I felt like this is a tale of epic proportions, with old and forgotten gods, a lot of tentacles, prophecies and so much more, but it was grounded, focusing in Cahan. It was a great start to a new impressive and unpredictable fantasy series, and I can’t wait to read more in this world. I recommend it to fans of epic fantasy with an unusual setting.
Thank you, NetGalley & the publisher, for approving me to read this arc and write this review.
The world is complex and full of creepy plants, dangerous creatures and different magics. We have a dual timeline throughout the book, since we follow Cahan in the present and the past. Barker is an exceptional writer, the characters were well developed, and the world building is rich, and the atmosphere felt wild.
Overall, this book was exceptional, and we could feel the balance between what’s dark and dangerous. I felt like this is a tale of epic proportions, with old and forgotten gods, a lot of tentacles, prophecies and so much more, but it was grounded, focusing in Cahan. It was a great start to a new impressive and unpredictable fantasy series, and I can’t wait to read more in this world. I recommend it to fans of epic fantasy with an unusual setting.
Thank you, NetGalley & the publisher, for approving me to read this arc and write this review.