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The Godling Chronicles #2
Of Gods and Elves
Armies gather for war in the frozen land of Angrääl threatening to set the world ablaze. The elves are divided and scattered and humans fall prey to the dark influence of the Reborn King. Now, Gewey is faced with his greatest challenge yet. Unite the world of elf and human before it is too late...
328 pages, Paperback
First published November 1, 2012
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About the author
Brian D. Anderson
46 books687 followersKnown as one of the O.G. independent authors of the 2010-2012 indie explosion, Brian D. Anderson gained massive popularity right out of the gate with his debut series, The Godling Chronicles. His follow-up series, Dragonvein, was just as popular, Book One becoming a Top Five Finalist on Audible.com for Fantasy Book of the Year in 2015 – becoming the very first independent to reach the finals. But Anderson was far from finished.
After co-authoring Akiri with Steven Savile (Warhammer, Pathfinder, Dr. Who, and Sherlock Holmes) Anderson became the first independent author in history to secure a six-figure audio only deal for his highly anticipated two-book sequel of The Godling Chronicles.
Anderson continued with his indie career with The Vale series. But even after twenty novels, he felt there was more to accomplish. So he secured a three-book deal with Tor Books for The Sorcerer’s Song series.
When not writing, Brian D. Anderson divides his time enjoying his friends and family at home in the sleepy little southern town of Fairhope, Alabama, and riding atop his Harley Davidson, dubbed The Mighty Puck, traveling the country from convention to convention, meeting fans and signing books.
After co-authoring Akiri with Steven Savile (Warhammer, Pathfinder, Dr. Who, and Sherlock Holmes) Anderson became the first independent author in history to secure a six-figure audio only deal for his highly anticipated two-book sequel of The Godling Chronicles.
Anderson continued with his indie career with The Vale series. But even after twenty novels, he felt there was more to accomplish. So he secured a three-book deal with Tor Books for The Sorcerer’s Song series.
When not writing, Brian D. Anderson divides his time enjoying his friends and family at home in the sleepy little southern town of Fairhope, Alabama, and riding atop his Harley Davidson, dubbed The Mighty Puck, traveling the country from convention to convention, meeting fans and signing books.
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September 4, 2017
Of Gods and Elves (The Godling Chronicles, #2) by Brian D. Anderson, narrated by Derek Perkins, continues the story of Gewey, Kaylia, and the elves. So much is prejudge as it is here, human vs elves and visa versa. More battles of the Reborn King servants sent to attack them. Gewey is learning his powers. I really, really love this series. I love how the author makes the characters so real and you get to like them, or hate them, and they become part of your life. At the end..oh, I got mad! How dare this new up comer! Must read for epic fantasy lovers. This is an audible book and the narrator can go from deep noble's voice to quiet elf voice and I forget it is from one person! I forget it is narrated, I feel like I am listening to the real thing! The narrator adds so much to an already rich story! This is a fantasy series I am glad I came across, I would have been a great loss in my reading mind.
November 5, 2012
If you haven’t read Volume 1, the Sword of Truth, then you may want to read that before you read this review…. Spoilers of Sword of Truth follow….
Yet another 5 star book from an amazing author in what I am sure will soon be a #1 bestselling series.
Yet another 5 star book from an amazing author in what I am sure will soon be a #1 bestselling series.
July 28, 2013
Gewey Stedding is born of two gods walking in human form bonded with Kaylia an elf. Both are struggling to return to themselves from the spirit world. They manage to escape spirit world but are facing even more danger from within and without. They can neither know who their enemies are just know that they're there. Gewey's path leds him to the elves whereas Lee Starfinder's path is with his son to rescue his wife from the Dark Lord. Can enemies become friends? Can friends become enemies? What secrets are hidden from allies? Your answers await you in Of Gods and Elves.
This second installment by father and son is brillantly crafted and always leaves you with more questions than answers. Questions are answered only to have more pop up in there place. I particularily enjoyed that this book mostly focused on the Elves and their beliefs. I have better understanding of them now but have more questions hopefully to be answered in the next book. I'm very eager to read the next book in the series.
This second installment by father and son is brillantly crafted and always leaves you with more questions than answers. Questions are answered only to have more pop up in there place. I particularily enjoyed that this book mostly focused on the Elves and their beliefs. I have better understanding of them now but have more questions hopefully to be answered in the next book. I'm very eager to read the next book in the series.
September 13, 2015
Sweet! The story continues, and I'd say it's slightly more gripping than the first book in the series, even though it felt slow at times. Lots of suspense, betrayal, and political intrigue as the godling's small but loyal group tries to form larger alliances, to defeat the Dark Knight, Lord of Angrääl, aka the Reborn King. Yanti makes for a suitably merciless villain. Old Felsafell shows up again, even more mystical and unpredictable. Elves turn against elves, humans turn on humans. Families and friendships break apart. Temperatures are plummeting fast, crops dying, villagers freezing. Is the temple of the Order at Valshara safe? What about the sacred Chamber of the Making, on Elven ground? Will Gewey be able to open the Book of Souls in time?
February 4, 2013
Wow!! excellent!! Definitely worthy of 5 stars if not more!!
July 23, 2013
In my opinion this book was very shallow. the various creatures like humans and elves and gods and ... in the story, and magics weren't very bad but there was no proper system for the magic. There was new things but many of the factors in the story felt like imitations of other fantasy novels.
And I think there was no complete character in the story. nearly in all of the book I felt like there was just one person speaking and acting.
In some moments of the story, characters were so dumb I just wanted to bump my head to the desk.
And lastly the main character is frankly speaking, very stupid and unreliable and so goody-goody I just get sick of it.
In the end I think the rating of this book in comparison to many other good fantasy novels like the sword of truth series or the wheel of time seies and ... is beneath even one point.
And I think there was no complete character in the story. nearly in all of the book I felt like there was just one person speaking and acting.
In some moments of the story, characters were so dumb I just wanted to bump my head to the desk.
And lastly the main character is frankly speaking, very stupid and unreliable and so goody-goody I just get sick of it.
In the end I think the rating of this book in comparison to many other good fantasy novels like the sword of truth series or the wheel of time seies and ... is beneath even one point.
March 30, 2013
Book Info: Genre: Epic Fantasy
Reading Level: Young Adult
Recommended for: Fans of epic fantasy
Trigger Warnings: murder, violence, fighting to the death
My Thoughts: The editing in this book is much better. While I still noticed a few, minor things, they were indeed very minor and hardly noticeable for the most part. So, much better! My copy had some formatting weirdness, but hopefully that won't show up in the ones that are for sale, since mine is a review copy.
We learn a lot more about the elves in this book, which is fascinating. We also have further interactions with some of the more interesting bit players, such as Felsafell, and learn more about the elf Elders. Like the first book, this one ends on a cliffhanger, so be sure to have the third one handy when you're finished, as you'll want to move right on to it. This is a very fast-moving series, and each of the books so far has held a very strong momentum, so you'll be turning the pages quickly. Check it out if you like epic fantasy.
Series Information: Of Gods and Elves (or find it on Amazon here) is book two in the Godling Chronicles.
Book 1: The Sword of Truth (or on Smashwords here) (review here where formatting allowed)
Book 3: The Shadow of Gods (or find it on Amazon here), to be reviewed next.
Also, see this author's guest post on my blog, linked here (where formatting allowed).
Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from Great Minds Think Aloud Publishing in exchange for an honest review. I am doing the review now in conjunction with a blog tour set up by JKS Communications. All opinions are my own.
Synopsis: Armies gather for war in the frozen land of Angrääl threatening to set the world ablaze. The elves are divided and scattered and humans fall prey to the dark influence of the Reborn King. Now, Gewey is faced with his greatest challenge yet. Unite the world of elf and human before it is too late...
January 14, 2013
Brian D. Anderson & Jonathan Anderson (Original Concept)
Of Gods and Elves
The Godling Chronicles #2
I loved The Sword of Truth, but in my opinion this book was better. Starting where Book 1 finished, Gewey and his companions are continuing their journey to save the world. With them all splitting up to complete their own aspects, there is much more action going on, which keeps you gripped throughout. The descriptive nature of the book lets your imagination take you away, and the reader is transported into their world – I particularly loved the elves, their world and their interactions with humans and each other.
I received an e-copy of this book from the publisher in return for an honest review.
Of Gods and Elves
The Godling Chronicles #2
I loved The Sword of Truth, but in my opinion this book was better. Starting where Book 1 finished, Gewey and his companions are continuing their journey to save the world. With them all splitting up to complete their own aspects, there is much more action going on, which keeps you gripped throughout. The descriptive nature of the book lets your imagination take you away, and the reader is transported into their world – I particularly loved the elves, their world and their interactions with humans and each other.
I received an e-copy of this book from the publisher in return for an honest review.
October 28, 2013
When I finished the first book, "Sword of Truth," I was excited to get on with the second one. I enjoyed this one even more than the first.
The story is compelling, and the characters are well conceived. The pace is slow at times, and sometimes the dialog seems too predictable. However, the overall plot is interesting and I like the characters very much.
I am looking forward to reading the next book. I can see Gewey maturing and his relationship with Kaylia seems more natural in this one, and I imagine will only get better.
The story is compelling, and the characters are well conceived. The pace is slow at times, and sometimes the dialog seems too predictable. However, the overall plot is interesting and I like the characters very much.
I am looking forward to reading the next book. I can see Gewey maturing and his relationship with Kaylia seems more natural in this one, and I imagine will only get better.
March 19, 2014
The plot is starting to develop an getting more interesting as Gewey begins to discover his powers and his ability to use the flow. Plans to hit back at The Dark Knight, and the possibility of a human/elf alliance is beginning to look more and more likely. There is one thing that I do find a bit tiresome, the constant chat fest that the elders of the Elves seem to need on an almost minute by minute basis. I just wish that they would just get on with it. In the mean time, I am keen to read on.
February 2, 2013
seemed to focus alot on the side characters a little too much for my likeing in the middle but got alot better at the end, cant wait for the next book.
June 16, 2013
really enjoyed it. Finished it in a day :) Currently on the day book.... Wonder how long I'll have to wait for the 4th book....
August 14, 2017
Loved the twist and turns.
June 26, 2018
I was a bit irked with the entire bonding ceremony, and it's continual postponement. Wtf is that?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 22, 2016
I was disappointed in this installment in the trilogy. The main character hardly grew in ability or attitude. He remains a vanilla character, reacting to the plans of his mentors rather than becoming interesting or making his own plans. And the ending was another pointless cliffhanger--no big climax, no meaningful change of any kind.
March 9, 2016
Percy Jackson meets Lord of the Rings
This sequel picks up right where the last one left off, and the pace is fast. You learn more about the characters and become more invested. If you're a fan of Percy Jackson, you should really pick up this book!
This sequel picks up right where the last one left off, and the pace is fast. You learn more about the characters and become more invested. If you're a fan of Percy Jackson, you should really pick up this book!
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February 28, 2013It was an equally as good of a book. I just want book 3 in the series to come out.
October 16, 2013
AWESOME main character raged at the end but totaly AWESOME.
March 3, 2014
I enjoyed this sequel and look forward to reading book 3, The Shadow of Gods.
March 29, 2014
Excellent!
August 7, 2015
Middle book, yes and a fantastically good one at that. Now Gewey faces elves and more minions of the dark one. But the chase is still ongoing.
November 22, 2015
Now with added Elves!! loving this series so far
June 5, 2017
I am listening to this book again
October 4, 2017
Enjoyable
I enjoyed this book, but I felt it was a little slower than the first. However it has left me with the need to read the next one
I enjoyed this book, but I felt it was a little slower than the first. However it has left me with the need to read the next one
January 24, 2022
“Then may our quarry despair”
“Of Gods and Elves” by Brian D. Anderson is the second book in his Godling Chronicles series. We continue our adventure with Gewey and crew as the make progress to taking down the Dark Knight. We see the strife between humans and elves reach. While human and elves bicker Angraal masses an army for the war to come. Gewey must try to unite the humans and elves if he has any chance stoping the Reborn King.
Book two was an improvement over book one, but still had some problems. Let’s talk about some pluses. First the action has got much better. In the first book the action sequences seemed to drag, but this time around they actually ebbed and flowed like a real fight. Second thing is fixing of annoying (IMO) tropes. We had some things set up in the first book that looked to be a big deal. I was dreading these situations, especially if this series is 8 books in total. I really didn’t want to deal with a bunch of teenage angst, luckily Anderson remedied those situations. Lastly is just the fun overall adventure feel this book delivers. It’s by no means perfect, but it is a fun ride. As I read I never really said “this is brilliant” but I don’t really think there was a point where I felt bored.
For things I had issue with there was only really two things. First was the swapping of POV characters. I’m all for multiple POVs. Abercrombie is my jam and he does it fantastically. We follow a handful of characters and while the jumps between them seem somewhat sporadic for the most part it is handled well. There is just times we jump to a person that could have been left out. Wasn’t a fan of getting a random chapter from our antagonist’s perspective either. It wasn’t really needed. I don’t care what they are doing. I was told they are bad and I’ll believe it. I don’t need to see someone get a letter. Kill someone and then ride off. Nothing other than that. We don’t even see the letter. So, yes, it was unnecessary. Second thing that kind of irked me was the amount of new characters given to us. We were introduced to a ton of new characters and given only brief introductions. The second half the book I grouped two people as the same person because I couldn’t remember who was who. Like is that her uncle or the leader of the seekers?
All in all it was a quite enjoyable second book. It is still trope heavy and seems kind of cliche, but I enjoy it for what it is. Book 3 here I come
“Of Gods and Elves” by Brian D. Anderson is the second book in his Godling Chronicles series. We continue our adventure with Gewey and crew as the make progress to taking down the Dark Knight. We see the strife between humans and elves reach. While human and elves bicker Angraal masses an army for the war to come. Gewey must try to unite the humans and elves if he has any chance stoping the Reborn King.
Book two was an improvement over book one, but still had some problems. Let’s talk about some pluses. First the action has got much better. In the first book the action sequences seemed to drag, but this time around they actually ebbed and flowed like a real fight. Second thing is fixing of annoying (IMO) tropes. We had some things set up in the first book that looked to be a big deal. I was dreading these situations, especially if this series is 8 books in total. I really didn’t want to deal with a bunch of teenage angst, luckily Anderson remedied those situations. Lastly is just the fun overall adventure feel this book delivers. It’s by no means perfect, but it is a fun ride. As I read I never really said “this is brilliant” but I don’t really think there was a point where I felt bored.
For things I had issue with there was only really two things. First was the swapping of POV characters. I’m all for multiple POVs. Abercrombie is my jam and he does it fantastically. We follow a handful of characters and while the jumps between them seem somewhat sporadic for the most part it is handled well. There is just times we jump to a person that could have been left out. Wasn’t a fan of getting a random chapter from our antagonist’s perspective either. It wasn’t really needed. I don’t care what they are doing. I was told they are bad and I’ll believe it. I don’t need to see someone get a letter. Kill someone and then ride off. Nothing other than that. We don’t even see the letter. So, yes, it was unnecessary. Second thing that kind of irked me was the amount of new characters given to us. We were introduced to a ton of new characters and given only brief introductions. The second half the book I grouped two people as the same person because I couldn’t remember who was who. Like is that her uncle or the leader of the seekers?
All in all it was a quite enjoyable second book. It is still trope heavy and seems kind of cliche, but I enjoy it for what it is. Book 3 here I come
June 22, 2015
One thing is clear, the Godling chronicles is a single book broken into 6 parts for easier consumption. Very similar to eating a chocolate bar… the pieces are just a guidance for where you can halt and yet, you can continue eating on without any change in flow or momentum. This kind of a narrative makes it difficult to review each instalment of the series.
The story moves ahead seamlessly from the first book into the second. Newer characters are introduced and older characters mature into complex settings and relationships. The story up until the 3 quarters point of the second book still feels like it is in a build up stage. Towards the end of this book, the plot is has started to mature and starter becoming more intriguing. 'Stuff' has started happening as they would say.
So far so good. I would continue with my 4 out of 5 star rating for this instalment as well and we will see where we go from here.
The story moves ahead seamlessly from the first book into the second. Newer characters are introduced and older characters mature into complex settings and relationships. The story up until the 3 quarters point of the second book still feels like it is in a build up stage. Towards the end of this book, the plot is has started to mature and starter becoming more intriguing. 'Stuff' has started happening as they would say.
So far so good. I would continue with my 4 out of 5 star rating for this instalment as well and we will see where we go from here.
March 11, 2017
Fantastic Read!
I was first introduced to the author, Brian Anderson, when I thought, mistakenly, that he was the author who was chosen to complete the Wheel Of Time series by Robert Jordan: an author that I adored and avidly waited for the next book from with bated breath. It wasn't "him"! Wrong author! But what a happy accident when I downloaded this author instead! I downloaded the first book in this series "to try". I was lost. I couldn't read each offering fast enough and was constantly worried that I would eventually come to...the "last" book in the series. Eventually, inevitably, I did reach the end, but oh what an adventure. I ended up reading his Dragonvein series "and" the Godling Chronicles series too!
This Series will definitely deliver for you that oh so elusive reading nirvana! This book is perfect for young adults to adults.
I was first introduced to the author, Brian Anderson, when I thought, mistakenly, that he was the author who was chosen to complete the Wheel Of Time series by Robert Jordan: an author that I adored and avidly waited for the next book from with bated breath. It wasn't "him"! Wrong author! But what a happy accident when I downloaded this author instead! I downloaded the first book in this series "to try". I was lost. I couldn't read each offering fast enough and was constantly worried that I would eventually come to...the "last" book in the series. Eventually, inevitably, I did reach the end, but oh what an adventure. I ended up reading his Dragonvein series "and" the Godling Chronicles series too!
This Series will definitely deliver for you that oh so elusive reading nirvana! This book is perfect for young adults to adults.
May 14, 2017
I rarely give 5*'s, however
The concepts within the story line are original.
The characters are well fleshed out with flaws and strength making the characters believable and real.
The story had me hooked from the beginning and I look forward to reading each and every installment.
On to book 3 for me.
I recommend this book to anyone preteen and up. There is no filth in the story and I would consider reading it to smaller children, as they may not be able to read it themselves but would still enjoy the story.
The concepts within the story line are original.
The characters are well fleshed out with flaws and strength making the characters believable and real.
The story had me hooked from the beginning and I look forward to reading each and every installment.
On to book 3 for me.
I recommend this book to anyone preteen and up. There is no filth in the story and I would consider reading it to smaller children, as they may not be able to read it themselves but would still enjoy the story.
March 1, 2016
Really enjoying this series with one tiny annoyance... The main character's name. Why on earth would you call the hero Gewey???? And it's pronounced (well according to the narrator of the audiobook) Gooey. Drives me nuts! Hideous name. Why not just chop his nuts off, blend them and feed them back to him through a straw, you've emasculated enough with that gooey stroke of a keyboard.
But that aside, great series, the story just keeps getting better and better the more entwined we get.
But that aside, great series, the story just keeps getting better and better the more entwined we get.
February 15, 2013
The Godling Chronicles is a fantastic journey, that puts a disparate group together, and they bond through earned respect and loyalty. The story is well written. The characters are plausible. The fights well done without being overly complicated. One of my all time favourites in 5 decades.
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