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Winner of Morningstar Award for Best Fantasy Debut, 2013

Acclaimed epic fantasy author John Gwynne returns with the first book in a new trilogy, perfect for fans of George R. R. Martin, Brandon Sanderson, and David Gemmell.

"A Time of Dread reminds me of why I became a fantasy enthusiast in the first place." -- Robin Hobb

A race of warrior angels, the Ben-Elim, once vanquished a mighty demon horde. Now they rule the Banished lands, but their peace is brutally enforced.

In the south, hotheaded Riv is desperate to join the Ben-Elim's peacekeeping force, until she unearths a deadly secret.

In the west, the giantess Sig investigates demon sightings and discovers signs of an uprising and black magic.
And in the snowbound north, Drem, a trapper, finds mutilated corpses in the forests. The work of a predator, or something far darker?
It's a time of shifting loyalties and world-changing dangers. Difficult choices need to be made. Because in the shadows, demons are gathering, waiting for their time to rise. . .

Editorial Reviews

A Time of Dread reminds me of why I became a fantasy enthusiast in the first place. Fantasy can be an escape from reality, but some stories carry the reader to an enhanced reality, a place where the world seems to have brighter colors and sharper contrasts. —Robin Hobb

The book reminded me in the very best way of the sort of fantasy I loved in years gone by. Exciting, well-written, swords and sorcery. Try it on for size. —Mark Lawrence

Great evils, conflicted heroes, bloody battles, betrayal, and giants riding battle bears! What's not to love? —Peter Newman

I loved A Time of Dread and read it from cover to cover in two days. I couldn't put it down. —Miles Cameron

Fans of epic fantasy have something to cheer about: A Time of Dread is marvelous. Gwynne's writing is superb, delivering not only twists and turns but also nuance and complexity. —Sebastien de Castell

An accomplished and rousing tale of heroes and dark deed that fans of epic fantasy will devour. —Tom Lloyd

A fierce, gripping tale, and one I found hugely enjoyable. —Anna Smith Spark

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Author Bio: John Gwynne

John Gwynne is the author of The Faithful and the Fallen series and Of Blood and Bone trilogy. He studied and lectured at Brighton University.

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Format:	CD	Format:	Library CD
Available Formats :	CD, Library CD
Category:	Fiction/Fantasy
Publisher:	Hachette Book Group	Publisher:	Hachette Book Group
CDs:	12	CDs:	12
Runtime:	15.52
ISBN:	9781549140914	ISBN:	9781549140884
Audience:	Adult
Language:	English

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