Odvaha – Gwynne John (2024)

The second book in the cult series The Faithful and the Fallen by acclaimed fantasy author John Gwynne ***** The Lands of Exiles are torn apart by war, as the High King Nathair marches through the realm, fighting against anyone who opposes his holy campaign. ***** Young girl Cywen, left to her own fate, must fight for survival. All her hopes of escape become futile the moment Nathair realizes who Cywen is. He is determined not to let such a valuable catch slip through his fingers. For it is Cywen who may hold the key to killing the one who poses the greatest threat to his path to power. ***** Meanwhile, warrior Corban, along with his band, flees from his homeland after defeat, heading to the only place that can offer them refuge. Throughout it all, Corban struggles internally to become the one everyone believes him to be — the Bright Star and savior of the Lands of Exiles. ***** The world of mortals is so engrossed in battles for power and survival that no one perceives the greatest danger. Dark forces in the Underworld are plotting to bring the armies of the Fallen into the world of the living, thus ending the age-old war against the Faithful once and for all.