My book review of Godkiller by Hannah Kaner.
Title: Godkiller
By: Hannah Kaner
Genre: Fantasy
Pages: 304
Release Date: January 19th, 2023
Rating: ★★★★☆
Summary from Goodreads:
Kissen’s family were killed by zealots of a fire god. Now, she makes a living killing gods, and enjoys it. That is until she finds a god she cannot kill: Skedi, a god of white lies, has somehow bound himself to a young noble, and they are both on the run from unknown assassins.
Joined by a disillusioned knight on a secret quest, they must travel to the ruined city of Blenraden, where the last of the wild gods reside, to each beg a favour.
Pursued by demons, and in the midst of burgeoning civil war, they will all face a reckoning – something is rotting at the heart of their world, and only they can be the ones to stop it.
Review:
Godkiller by Hannah Kaner is a dark and gripping fantasy that weaves together gods, vengeance, and unlikely alliances. Kaner’s world-building is rich, with a brutal yet compelling mythology that keeps the stakes high. The protagonist, Kissen, a fierce godkiller with a haunted past, is both ruthless and deeply human, making her journey captivating. The dynamic between the characters, especially the young girl inexplicably tied to a god, adds depth and tension. While the pacing occasionally falters and some elements feel underexplored, the novel’s sharp prose and morally complex themes make it a standout debut. A strong start to a promising series.
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