The Godsblood Tragedy Review Spotlight

 The Godsblood Tragedy is a gripping fantasy novel with some sci-fi/steampunk elements that readers are not going to want to miss. The Godsblood Tragedy is Passage One of the Divine Godsqueen Coda and from page one you just know that this book and series is going to be epic.

The Godsblood Tragedy kicks things off with a cover that absolutely grabs the eye and holds your attention. A massive city dominates the cover of The Godsblood Tragedy. Everywhere you look you see lights, soaring towers, and tiers of the city on full display. Whispers of mist and clouds float all around. In the foreground, a woman stands with glowing tattoos on her left arm.

She’s standing facing this city of industry and full of danger. Soaring in the sky is dragon or vvyern. It flies unchallenged while small ships sail through the air, monitoring the populace. All of these elements come together to pique the interest of readers. To call to them to pick this book up and dive in to see what it’s all about.

The Godsblood Tragedy is the first book by Bill Adams in his Divine Godsqueen Coda. This epic fantasy novel blends together magic and technology into a unique story that will pull you in from the first chapter. Here you will meet a variety of characters who will be the focal of this book as each embarks on their own personal quests and vendettas.

The first character that you will encounter in The Godsblood Tragedy is Ashe. Of course, in this first chapter, she’s essentially nameless. She is an orphan looking to discover who she is and find her family. She goes from being called “Stray Cat” to Ashe once she lands in the desert city of Drenth. There she finds chaos is brewing and erupting. But this place will be her home, so she finds a place to call “home” and settles in.

As The Godsblood Tragedy gets underway, you “officially” meet Ashe. She’s in a bit of trouble, but she’s on a quest, so trouble tends to find you along the way. What she doesn’t expect to find is more questions than answers. Something happens on this “job” that she’s taken on and it rings the bell of trouble yet to come. Of course, the situation she’s in? It just keeps getting more complicated by the minute.

Author Adams shifts the story from Ashe to his next character in mind – Cadrianna. This character will absolutely spark readers' interest. It’s all in the eyes...same with Ashe. Same, but dynamically different. It will fuel your intrigue and have you digging deeper to learn more. But Cadrianna bears more uniqueness beyond her eyes...she carries a daemon blade. This blade is so unique it’s insanely cool. LOL! Bonded with a daemon it apparently also has a wicked sharp sense of humor and wit.

Trust us on this one...you’ll snort more than once when Stix is in a scene and has something snarky to say. Safe to say that Cadrianna isn’t always interesting in engaging with her blade. But, of course, author Adams has to make this blade something truly unique. Don’t worry, we’ll leave that tidbit for you readers to discover for yourselves.

Each chapter in The Godsblood Tragedy alternates between characters that you will be introduced to one at a time. One will be especially surprising when you learn about their past. Why do we say this? Because he’s supposed to be dead!!! Were we given a heads-up about this little tidbit of information? Honestly? Yes. Did our jaw still drop when we read the revelation? Absolutely. LOL!

The deeper readers go into The Godsblood Tragedy the more you will be drawn into the lives and fights of the main cast of characters. Each has their own agenda that they are moving towards. Lojen is one such fascinating character. A drakken without his horns he’s on a quest to reclaim what was stolen from him. A quest to reclaim tinged with a quest for revenge. Will he be able to balance the two against themselves?

Each chapter focuses on the specific character of that particular moment, but then ramping up the drama when their paths clash with the other characters. One thing you can expect from this book is a ton of drama that amplifies this book to the next level.

Wanting to know what the characters look like? Using your imagination only taking you so far? Well, you’re in luck, because author Adams gives readers images of the four main characters of this story. In the (physical) book author Adams includes character plates to give readers a better idea of what the characters look like.

The Godsblood Tragedy is an epic fantasy novel that will absolutely slam-dunk its way into your top favorite reads for 2024. Twists, dragons, drama, romance, secrets and so much more are tucked away in this novel’s pages. Once you start reading this book you’ll be hard-pressed to want to put it down. So, we recommend clearing your schedule, grabbing some snacks, and getting comfortable. This book is worth every second you will dedicate to it.

Hate cliffhangers? Well, this book ends on one, but it’s one that will have the hair on your head standing up with excitement and anticipation for where author Adams is taking this series next. We can’t wait to discover the rest of this story and where author Adams takes the characters from here!

5 out of 5 stars

The Godsblood Tragedy: Passage One of the Divine Godsqueen Coda

An orphan, without a trueborn name, returns to the city of her birth to uncover her past. Hounded by the servants of the Dark God and dying from the poisonous mist that covers the land, her path leads to one of the magical seals protecting the holy ruin of Eminence.

A father, murdered and reborn, aims to bring down the floating fortress hovering over his homeland. Burdened by loss, he’s willing to sacrifice his soul to free his city and get revenge for the destruction of his family.

A mother, captured and bonded to a daemon, kills in the name of the Dark God so she can free her tortured daughter. Relentless in her vengeance, she hunts the one person who could end her suffering: the man who would destroy her vile master.

A drake, the banished hatchling of a failed advisor, seeks his father’s stolen horns. Untested, he desires to right his father’s wrongs in the eyes of the gods and restore his family’s honor.

As all converge in the occupied desert city where the world’s fuel source is mined, one family’s bond will be tested. Old betrayals will resurface, anger and resentment will flourish, but one thing remains clear: blood rules all.

About the Author

When not writing, Bill is a product manager for a company that tests food using analytical chemistry and microbiology.

During his collegiate days at the turn of the century, he began to develop his passion for writing, especially within the epic fantasy genre about unlikely heroes. It was there, Bill began to formulate the story that would eventually become Ashe’s unwanted journey and The Divine Godsqueen Coda.

Aside from writing, Bill loves movies and reading, especially SFF B-movies. He likes to know all the useless trivia, like who played who, and what the stories were behind the curtain. He is a master at Scene It. Bill’s few other hobbies include soccer, a good whiskey, a slice of pizza, and growing a beard. It is the little things he enjoys most.

Bill currently lives in the greater Chicago, IL area with his wife and young son.

Thanks to the author, Bill Adams and Indie Book Tours for the opportunity to participate in this tour! We hope you enjoyed our stop! Be sure to grab your copy of this amazing book! We look forward to what comes next! 

 

Bloodwoven Review Spotlight

Welcome to the book tour for Bloodwoven! This fantasy novel details the story of a man who begins to question the teachings and his beliefs. Where will these questions lead him and what path will he end up on? 

 

 Bloodwoven is the first book in G.J. Terral’s The Binding Tenets trilogy. This fantasy novelThis fantasy novel will detail the story of our main character, Lin, as he goes from being an Escorter for the Ferrucium, but all of that is about to change with the stroke of a knife. Lin will find himself on a path that was, in the beginning, not of his choosing. But if he wishes to return to the life he once knew...he’ll have to make a choice to end the life of a man that he once thought was an ally.

Bloodwoven piques the reader’s interest with a cover that depicts the main character, Lin, holding a small crying child. In the background are a ship on the left-hand side, and some buildings on the right. The impression given is that Lin is going to find himself in possession of a small child. What is the significance of the child? Does the child hold some importance to the storyline? Or are they simply a side character to it all?

Well, to find the answers to these questions you’ll have to take a chance on this story dear reader, and find them out for yourself. But it is a story worth diving into and learning more about the characters you will discover inside.

Bloodwoven by author Terral details Lin’s story as he escorts a pair of his brethren to a location of their choosing. Lin has no idea why Aenum and his partner, Margaret wish to reach a particular destination, but what the following events set in motion will push Lin onto a different path than what he had originally foreseen for himself.

Bloodwoven is an interesting fantasy novel that pits one character’s beliefs against the things that he experiences. Lin’s beliefs are frequently challenged throughout this story as he has been taught that to be “stitched” is a sin. Something worthy of being killed over. But what about if it is done without your consent? What if it is done to save the life of someone who would otherwise die?

Well, apparently, the rules don’t care. If you are “stitched” then you are viewed as “untethered.” Someone who has gone rogue and that you have “desecrated” the Great Tapestry woven by the original Weavers. Some of those deemed “Untethered” are truly dangerous. There are many scenes depicting some of their heinous acts towards innocents. The question that will haunt you throughout this story will be...Why? Why do they commit these horrific acts? What is the driving force for them to do this?

Well, to be fair, this situation with the “Untethered” is just one aspect of the story. The driving force that starts things off, besides an attack...is a murder. Lin blames himself for the death, and Aenum, would have him believe a false truth. But there’s one thing about truth...and that is it will always come to light.

Lin is the main character and primary focus of this story. Author Terral works throughout the story to develop Lin as a character. Lin tends to resist at times because he wants to hold to the teachings that he has been taught. His life being saved by a woman by the name of Tylle is something that he has struggled with for quite some time. However, she could have allowed him to die...which is what Aenum basically left him to...death. Granted, Aenum had a small child with him, but still...he, Aenum, should have done more.

What you’ll notice as you read this book is that Aenum is typically quick to start some mess, and then when things get rough? He’s the first to bail and leave everyone else to handle what he kicked up. Of course, once the enemy is on their back, or backfoot, then expect Aenum to come sweeping in and to deliver the final blow.

You’re really going to get the sense that Aenum is a snake. No, seriously, this guy is sneaky, and as the story goes deeper, you’re going to see that he has an agenda. Also, Aenum doesn’t care who gets hurt along the way...as long as he gets what he wants.

There is quite a bit of magic at play in this story. You get it from the beginning with Lin and others weaving magic and utilizing it to fight and defend. Readers get a nice dynamic of magic users in this story. There isn’t much of a difference in how the magic is used, but the characters who utilize it vary. Which is where the uniqueness comes from.

Bloodwoven will read like a quest for revenge, and on one hand...it is. You’ll wonder if the revenge will even be realized because of how things pan out throughout the story. Of course, you’ll need to wait and see where things go. It’ll be worth the wait to see how it all unfolds. But be prepared for lots of twists and turns.

As this book is part of a trilogy expect the ending of this book...to be just the beginning. There will be a brief resolution, but author Terral makes sure to leave the door open for more to come. One “loose end” may be tied up, but a bigger and more dangerous threat is looming. How will Lin and those he has come to care about fare? Well, we’ll just have to wait to find out.

Bloodwoven is a truly interesting story, and it has a nice moderate pace with some truly engaging moments that will sweep you away deeper into the story. Readers who enjoy well-developed fantasy novels will enjoy this book.

4.5 out of 5 stars

Thank you to the author, G.J. Terral, and Indie Book Tours for the opportunity to read and review this book. We look forward to what comes next!  

Bloodwoven (The Binding Tenets Trilogy Book 1)

Lies woven in blood are lines waiting to be crossed.

Lin is a competent, dedicated soldier but his mission takes a drastic turn when one of his charges is found murdered. Soon after, he is ambushed by magic-twisted monsters, gravely wounded, and abandoned by his one remaining ally.

Waking to find his injuries healed by forbidden magic, Lin is marked as an oathbreaker by the very laws and beliefs he upholds.

Lin soon finds his faith in the faction he’s lived his life upholding tested by the woman who saved him from the brink of death. With his fate hanging by a thread, he faces an impossible choice: stand by his new ally and seek vengeance for his murdered charge or betray her for amnesty from those who’d execute him.

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