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Gods War

Kameron Hurley (2001)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingHard R
Pages320 (Standard (250-400))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age18+
Goodreads3.69/5 (5518)

Content levels

ViolenceGraphic
Sexual contentModerate
LanguageStrong

Protagonist archetypes

Antihero

Synopsis

On a ravaged, contaminated world, a centuries-old holy war rages, fought by a bloody mix of mercenaries, magicians, and conscripted soldiers. Though the origins of the war are shady and complex, there’s one thing everybody agrees on– There’s not a chance in hell of ending it. Nyx is a former government assassin who makes a living cutting off heads for cash. But when a dubious deal between her government and an alien gene pirate goes bad, Nyx’s ugly past makes her the top pick for a covert recovery. The head they want her to bring home could end the war–but at what price? The world is about to find out.

Gods War: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

Extremely violent adult fantasy with graphic content including beheadings, war atrocities, and morally compromised characters. Features strong language and mature themes throughout including assassination and body horror.

What to know going in

This book has graphic violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include graphic violence, gore, murder, and death (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adult readers who enjoy dark, gritty fantasy with complex antiheroes will find this uncompromising war story compelling.

Tags

GrimdarkScience FantasyBio-PunkPost-Apocalyptic