The Hunger of the Gods

4.5 stars
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This book was amazing! I can't even organize my thoughts, because it was so good!  Okay, so this is the 2nd book in this trilogy.  There's not a lot I can say without spoiling the first book, so I'll keep it vague. I was a little worried about the middle book syndrome, but John Gwynne nailed it! A recap of the first book was included at the beginning of the story. I think that was a nice detail. I wish more fantasy authors did that. The plotline picks up immediately after the events of The Shadow of the Gods. 

First of all, I've been obsessed with this world since I read TSotG three months ago. I couldn't wait to read more about it. Second, I'm even more obsessed with it after finishing The Hunger of the Gods. These characters, the tainted, the Gods, the lore, the legends, everything jumps off the page and I felt like I was watching a movie. John Gwynne's action scenes were fantastic. I love the way he writes them. The pacing was great too, even though we have a lot of traveling in it.

The multiple POVs, 2 more than in the first book, worked great together and the character growth was really solid. There was one specific POV that remained similar in both books, but that had mostly to do with that specific character's quest, which didn't really bother me. The found family and values like honor and courage were intertwined in most of the characters' POVs and quests, well except for one of them obviously. I was skeptical about the inclusion of that specific POV, but it worked so well. I was impressed by John Gwynne's skill in making it so interesting and relevant.

The ending kept me on the edge of my seat and I can't wait to read the last book in the trilogy. I'll hate to say goodbye to these characters, though.
 
Overall, a brilliant epic fantasy sequel.