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Blood of the Wild Gods · The Age of Awakening

The Silence.

Dark fantasy · Awakening gods · The price of power

Five mortals hear the whispers of an awakening god. In a world shaped by divine blood, the promise of power carries a terrible cost.

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The story

The gods left more than ruins.

Long ago, the gods waged war across the heavens, leaving scars that reshaped the world. Their blood seeped into the land, birthing the Beastborn—monstrous creatures of divine wrath, sorrow, and forgotten desires. But not all touched by this power became beasts. Some became the Bloodmarked—mortals who wield impossible power, forever teetering on the edge of corruption.

Now, as humanity clings to the ruins of divine legacies, something far older and more terrifying begins to stir. The Silent God, a being erased from history and feared even by the divine, is awakening. Its whispers seep into the minds of five mortals, each chosen for a purpose they do not understand.

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fantastic Story

"Great read!!!"

— Amazon Verified Purchase Review, March 3, 2025

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Blood of the Wild Gods - The Silence

Blood of the Wild Gods grips you from the first page and doesn't let go. The story follows a protagonist caught between the whispers of ancient gods and the wild, untamed forces of nature, creating an atmosphere of suspense and wonder.

What stands out about this book is its ability to blend the mystical with the gritty real world, making the supernatural feel both hauntingly close and eerily distant. The narrative unfolds in a way that's unpredictable, offering plenty of twists and turns that keep you guessing.

The pacing is perfect — not too slow to lose interest, yet not so fast that you can't savor the details. The tension builds steadily as the protagonist faces dilemmas that involve both external forces and internal struggles, questioning loyalty, power, and the cost of survival.

There's something deeply primal about the way the story is told — a constant tug-of-war between civilization and the wild forces that lie just beyond the reach of humanity. The themes of power, nature, and the supernatural come together in a way that will make your heart race and your mind reel.

The book pulls you in with its beautifully written prose and unforgettable characters. I couldn't put it down. Whether it's the thrilling, action-packed moments or the quieter, reflective beats, Blood of the Wild Gods is a story that stays with you long after you've turned the last page. If you're looking for a tale that combines mystery, mythology, and a deeply human struggle against powerful forces, this one is definitely worth the read.

— Amazon Verified Purchase Review, July 17, 2025

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A playful review from the author

Fantastic read!

The characters started off so different, scattered across a broken world, each carrying their own wounds and reasons for keeping going. But somewhere along the way, they found each other. They challenged each other, helped each other, even clashed, but every connection meant something. Watching them grow together, piece by piece, through love, loss, doubt, and defiance… it made me fall in love with them even more.

Even the ones who took darker paths, who gave in to fear or pride or power, still moved me. Their descent was painful, but it was honest. There was a kind of beauty in how far they were willing to go for what they believed, even when it broke them.

And the world they live in… I'm completely in love with it. Every time I return to it, I fall a little deeper. The shimmer of the Verdant Veil, the salt-laced wind of Atheria, the endless blue of the Azure Expanse... it all feels so vivid and sacred to me. Even the ruins of Solara hold a kind of tragic beauty that lingers. The poetic language woven into every scene pulls me in like a dream I never want to wake up from. It's a world full of beauty, danger, and ancient wonder, and it's become a place I carry with me always.

...But to be fair, I might be just a tiny bit biased. After all, I wrote the thing. So if this review sounds too glowing, blame the Silent God whispering in my ear. (;

— Amazon Verified Purchase Review, July 17, 2025

"This books pretty good..it's poetic, but tells a story too."

— In loving memory of a friend whose words remind me why stories matter

The people and powers at its heart

Meet the characters

A glimpse at the cast. The linked profiles contain more detail and may include spoilers; some guide entries are still being updated alongside the rewrite.

Kaelen R'Veyne

The Silver Hunter

A Bloodmarked hunter whose silver eyes mark him as both blessed and cursed. He tracks the Beastborn through shadows, carrying secrets about his own dark transformation.

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Elowen Faerwyn

The Healer of Verdant Veil

A gentle healer whose connection to ancient magic runs deeper than she knows. Her touch can mend wounds, but her heart carries scars that refuse to heal.

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Dain Solarius

The Fireborn Prince

A prince whose birthright came with flames in his blood and duty in his bones. He struggles between the crown he was born to wear and the freedom he longs to claim.

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Ryx Shadowclaw

The Young Beastman

A young Beastborn caught between two worlds—neither fully beast nor human. His loyalty runs deep, but his nature pulls him toward dangerous instincts.

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Mordain Ashcroft

The Scholar Priest

A priest whose faith in ancient texts rivals his faith in the divine. He seeks truth in forbidden knowledge, even when that truth threatens everything he believes.

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The Silent God

The Ancient Silence

An entity erased from history and feared even by gods. Its awakening sends ripples through reality, and its whispers reach those it has chosen for unknown purposes.

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