The Legend Eternal - (The Hollow Covenant) by Andrea Stewart (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

The breathtaking conclusion in the sweeping new epic fantasy series from master world-smith Andrea Stewart, a story of magic, betrayal, love, and loyalty, where two sisters clash on opposite sides of a war against the gods.

As the great battle between gods begins, two mortal sisters must decide if they're loyal allies or sworn enemies . . .

Hakara and her rebels have won a small victory against the tyrannical god Kluehnn, but greater challenges lie ahead. To defeat Kluehnn once and for all, they will need to ally with Ayaz the Cutter and his army of gods . . . but Ayaz has his own plans of conquest.

Rasha once served Kluehnn as a Godkiller. Now she just wants to be free. To escape his influence, she must kill his aspect - a fight she knows she can't win. Her only chance is to convince her acolytes to side with her and turn their blades on their beloved god.

As Sheuan navigates the treacherous politics of Bian, trying to balance Ayaz's demands against her own growing ambitions, Mullayne seeks an answer to the greatest question of all - how to slay a god and save the world.

Review Quotes

"Dive into a lush world rife with violence and despair. Cheer for its broken occupants who are grabbing onto life and love with horns and claws. Stewart is a master and this fantasy delivers the ultimate rush-hope."--Julia Vee, author of Ebony Gate on The Gods Below

"In this series launch full of rich worldbuilding and invested characters, Stewart creates a story of families broken and reformed, magic, and the capriciousness of gods."--Library Journal on The Gods Below

"Stirring... Stewart maintains a good balance between the sisters and their competing goals, creating a fascinating level of moral ambiguity so that readers will feel that each character is justified in making her choices. This promises good things for the series to come."--Publishers Weekly on The Gods Below

"The Gods Below is the best kind of epic fantasy, balancing breathtakingly imaginative worlds with complex, deeply felt characters. This is a story of ancient gods and magical transformations; it's also the story of desperate people fighting for those they love, and undergoing transformations of different kinds. Intricate, propulsive, and beautiful--I loved it."--H. G. Parry, author of The Magician's Daughter on The Gods Below

"The Gods Below is a propulsive epic fantasy that holds a blade to your throat and dares you not to breathe. Breathtakingly ambitious and richly realized, it's a complex tale of survivors fighting for freedom and forgiveness in a broken, twisted world -- one where gods are hunted, monsters are real, and magic and secrets glitter like gems beneath the surface. A thrilling, ferocious start to a new trilogy."--Julie Leong, author of The Teller of Small Fortunes on The Gods Below

"The Gods Below is as breathtaking as its magic system promises. Expect old gods, altered beings, magic stones, fighting, romance, and rollicking good fun. Stewart's newest series cements her as a bright voice in the fantasy genre."--L. R. Lam, author of Dragonfall on The Gods Below

"A sweeping tale of desperation, determination, and unlikely alliances, The Gods Below will entrance fantasy fans. Stewart unfurls a richly complex world with the scope of a master storyteller. Weaving together a vast range of character perspectives, this series-opener brings out the tensions and bonds between people vying for safety and stability - you'll cheer for friends, rivals, siblings, and colleagues at once. Utterly spellbinding." --Elyse John, author of Orphia and Eurydicius on The Gods Below

"An unmissable, heart-pounding eco-adventure in a world of raging mortals and warring gods that will leave you breathless. Perfect for fans of The Stormlight Archives."--Kritika H. Rao, author of The Surviving Sky on The Gods Below

"Andrea Stewart is a master of building worlds with a burning, beating heart. This first in her new trilogy is an epic and heart-rending struggle between gods and mortals, lovers and siblings as each must pick a side to survive. Each twist of the tale is a twist of the knife, and every turn drags you closer to a bloody and powerful conclusion. As a reader, I found myself leaping from chapter to chapter, breathless and desperate to find out what happens next. Stewart is a writer of genius and brilliance, and I can't wait to see where this trilogy leads."
--Hannah Kaner, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Godkiller on The Gods Below

"Gripping from the very first page, The Gods Below lures you down into its dark depths with imaginative worldbuilding and an action-filled plot. Alongside richly textured characters, this layered story of carving out personal identity against expectations and loss will stick with you long after you've finished the last page."--Linden A. Lewis, author of The First Sister on The Gods Below

"Gripping, beautiful, and full of mystery. This book is not to be missed."--Cameron Johnston, author of The Last Shield on The Gods Below

"Stewart's worlds are some of the most exceptionally inventive in modern fantasy. A must read!"--S.A. Chakraborty, New York Times bestselling author of The City of Brass on The Gods Below

About the Author

Andrea Stewart is the daughter of immigrants, and was raised in a number of places across the United States. Her parents always emphasized science and education, so she spent her childhood immersed in Star Trek and odd-smelling library books.

When her (admittedly ambitious) dreams of becoming a dragon slayer didn't pan out, she instead turned to writing books. She now lives in sunny California, and in addition to writing, can be found herding cats, looking at birds, and falling down research rabbit holes.