I got a copy of Shadow of the Gods for Christmas because my girlfriend remembered me showing her this video

Have yet to see a review in this podcast style. Loved it. Please keep it going

just started reading, super excited about this one after finishing reading assassin's apprentice by robin hobb

I really like the format of this review! It gives a good idea about the book and a bit of excitement for reading it too. 😊👍

Love this channel. Look forward to your videos

Just finished Shadow. Glad you guys did a video on this one. I like hearing your thoughts.

If you like revenge stories, you HAVE TO READ Rage of Dragons by Evan Winter. First book of his Fires of Vengeance Series. It is NON-STOP full on hate-fuelled revenge. Second book is incredible as well. You cannot put the books down.

@2ToRamble

2 жыл бұрын

It’s incredible and in the guy on the left (Richie) says it’s in his top 10 personal favorite fantasy books. Really really great.

@xKingsman08x

2 жыл бұрын

@@2ToRamble It's fantastic. Hyper-speed. Gotta get into it

@jakehardin2323

Жыл бұрын

@@xKingsman08x read this and got the book on audible. Listened to rage of the dragons and the fires of vengeance in like 4 days! Some of the best books I’ve ever read. I Thankyou for the recommendation!

I listened to the first in this series based on a few Tik Toks I saw which included one of yours. I watched this full video today and in general I do agree with pretty much everything you said except the final rating. I liked the beginning, thought there was a bit of a drag in the middle, and then finished pretty strong. The drag I mention isn't because there is any lack of action, but because I had a pretty good idea where things were going. The end was a perfect setup for a sequel. I'd give it a 6.2. Overall an above average story, but I just felt bored through a lot of it. Also I cook while I listen to these books, and the pronunciation of those words is nuts and not easy to follow when cooking. Also I missed out on the map you mentioned. I'm switching to the way of kings now, but was wondering if either of you have read the Riyria Revelations. It's the fantasy trilogy I compare all other fantasy books to and has the best finale I've ever read. I'd recommend it if you haven't read it before. Thanks for the content too. I'm pretty much relying on you guys for all of my future book recommendations.

John Gwynne is the man! After reading Shadow of the Gods and Hunger of the Gods, I decided to read all of The Faithful and the Fallen series. Also a very good series. Can't wait for Book 3 of the Bloodsworn

Coming back that Fury with the cover was just posted on his instagram!

Gods.... look like this.... uh oh... dead snake for mountains. OK I'm done. That's enough spoilers for me. Sold. Add to cart.

@heidi6281

5 ай бұрын

Matt check out the Podcast, Wizards, Warriors & Words interview with John Gwynne.. he talks about the snake.. the interview is super even if you read the books by now!!

Im about 2/3 through Hunger now and I agree the slower pace helps with fleshing everything else out. It reminds me of Fires of Vengeance, where slowing down the insane pace of the first entry really helped me get attached to everything besides the action. Previously i wouldn’t say im a fan of the author. I didn’t like Faithful and the Fallen at all because the characters were basic and the world building was bad. But this new series is pretty solid. The characters continue to grow on me and the clear Norse influence is just awesome. Hopefully the climax of this one will impress!

@2ToRamble

2 жыл бұрын

The end of Hunger really leaves you wanting more - glad you’re enjoying!

You sold me on the giant snake thing.

Loved this, just picked up the book 🐍🦴

@2ToRamble

Жыл бұрын

Let us know what you think!

After reading "The Shadow of the Gods" and It beingthe first book i read from John Gwynne, i no longer will need convincing to read anything he had written or will write in the future.

@thehyliangamer8458

3 ай бұрын

Can I ask why? I’m considering trying his books and need some input

@BeardofDarkness

3 ай бұрын

@@thehyliangamer8458 His epic battles, badass characters, POV chapters, Norse Mythology nerd, represents women in the way I feel is superior, He is also a Viking Age Reenactor. His prose also just flows well for me.

@thehyliangamer8458

3 ай бұрын

@@BeardofDarkness wow thanks for actually replying! Alright I’ll take it into consideration… next question, should I read the Shadow of the gods first or should I read “malice”

@winstonchurchill137

2 ай бұрын

@@thehyliangamer8458I would read Malice first since it’s a part of the series called “ the faithful and the fallen” which has been completed.

Love the format, and the book collection! You guys read wizard of earthsea by Ursula K le Guin?

@2ToRamble

Жыл бұрын

Thankya! And we havent - it’s definitely on the list

I read this recently. It enjoyed it to an extent but it fell flat to me (maybe a 5.5/10). Maybe it was my expectations going in. My question is should I still try The Faithful and the Fallen? This was also my first read after stormlight so maybe it was that 😂 With your rating improving for the second book I might be tempted to try it. Orka did carry book 1 Edit 2: there is no other Dalinar!

I read the books, really loved them, but i think Varg is by far the best character even more than Orka, and i think his parts get way better in the second book

@TheParzival0

9 ай бұрын

Definitely agree. Orka's storyline was also my favorite in the first book with Elvar in close second. Varg became my favorite in the second, but they all are still great.

@heidi6281

5 ай бұрын

Varg’s opening POV in chapter 2 in Shadow of the Gods really hooked me and really immersed me in the world… I was listening on audiobook and I had to remind myself that I was home in my living room!!!

In my top 5 fantasy series, despite only being 2 books published lol

I love this um I guess template to the video

ORKA FOREVA!!! 😁. Read them both. Cried my eyes out at the end of Hunger of the Gods!

Richard, Orcdad told me to watch this video during your chat with John @ Talking Story! This is one of my favorite series!!! Another commentator who loves it too, told me what God she thinks will be on the cover of The Fury of the Gods… think about it…which God would blow your mind… just think it, do not say it!!!

@2ToRamble

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I'll keep the name in my head. 😶‍🌫️

Is the snake you mention the World Serpant? I just finished the God of War book, after finishing the game, and remember the giant world eating snake.

@2ToRamble

2 жыл бұрын

It seems like it’s inspired from it, but they have different names/some differences. Could be wrong!

Does it tap into good vs evil themes, or is it more moral gray character porn / ubermensch philosophy?

@2ToRamble

Жыл бұрын

There is clearly a good and evil side. But the good characters sometimes dip their toe into the grey.

@WolfGr33d

Жыл бұрын

@@2ToRamble The idea of gigantic beast old gods really tickles my fancy. Hmm, I suppose I'll give it a shot and see. I don't mind characters being less than perfect, but tired of seeing characters championed on having a gray moral compass and for flinging traditional ethics into the wind.

@Cremling_1996

Жыл бұрын

@@WolfGr33d it’s kinda everyone in this book is Logen Nine Fingers in a way or another.

My bff always calls it nobles with an s. I have only tried to listen to the first book and I really don’t love this narrator. I so rarely have time to actually read a book and I wish he would use a different narrator. Colin Mace also narrates the rs moule and John winning books. He’s super prominent in the narration world but I just don’t like him.

AAAAAANNNNDD FIRST

Red rising is the best seris !

What an old treasure 🤣🤌🏻 I wanted to use your own vid to pitch this book tonight, but I don't wanna know anything about the plot...