I never know quite what to expect in a debut, but this was a lot better than I was expecting! The world building was well thought out and thorough, and the characters were flawed but still drew me into the story. Kissen is a reluctant hero and I loved seeing her put in positions where she was forced to choose between her convictions and her mission.

The relationship between the gods and the humans was probably one of my favorite aspects of the story. The idea that the gods need the humans to worship them to gain power and then how they use that power to either help or hinder humankind is an interesting thing to examine and continue to explore as the rest of the story is released.

I will definitely be reading Sunbringer as soon as I can!

Thank you to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager, and Hannah Kaner for an advanced copy of Godkiller in exchange for an honest review.

I can’t believe this book is as short as it is! What many fantasy books take two-three times as long to do, Godkiller does in just 288 pages, leaving you with a thrilling journey and not a single dull moment. Despite it being short for a fantasy book, I don’t feel like anything was left out. I just had a great time! I loved the characters and their dynamics together, and I cannot WAIT to see what happens in the sequel!

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Voyageur for the ARC.

I really enjoyed reading this. While the pace feels a little slow, and the ending a little abrupt in comparison, I still want to dive into the book too. This could have been another 200 pages longer and I would have been happy. I really liked the characters

This was cute. I am just about finished with it. I think it needed a bit more to hold my attention better.

A good book! I look forward to reading more! These have always intrigued me so I'm happy to have been gifted this title.

I really enjoyed this story. It was unique and atmospheric, with highly relatable characters. I'm looking forward to reading more of Hannah Kaner's bibliography!

First of all, I'd like to apologize for the delay in rating this book! I got sick and let my Netgalley ratings fall behind, even though I finished all the books.

Now that that's out of the way... onto the rating.

I REALLY enjoyed this book. I wasn't sure that I would at first, but it quickly hooked me. By chapter 2, I was totally invested. I loved the characters. I found them entirely relatable, and I LOVED that the main character had a disability. I know characters with disabilities are becoming more mainstream, but I still don't see a lot of them in books.

Having not just a character, but a MAIN character that was disabled was wonderfully refreshing!

I also liked that the book didn't pull any punches. It pushed boundaries and didn't have the typical "happy ending." (It's the first in a series, so it wasn't a true ending, but still.)

It was also a very fresh take on high fantasy. Unfortunately, most modern fantasy all runs together and seems a lot alike. This book had an entirely new premise and didn't really remind me of anything else I've read in quite some time.

I loved it all the way through, and I cannot wait until the next book comes out!

Kaner has crafted a world in Middren where gods are not just forbidden but actively hunted by godkillers, introducing us to the protagonist, Kissen, whose past trauma and profession intersect in a unique way. The narrative is rich with a sense of urgency and depth, providing a fresh perspective on the consequences of outlawing divine entities.

The character development is well-executed, particularly with Kissen, whose complexity adds layers to the overall storyline. The dynamic between the godkillers and the nobility creates a compelling socio-political backdrop, adding depth to the narrative.

The journey to the city of Blenraden is skillfully woven with elements of suspense and danger. The inclusion of a disillusioned knight adds an additional layer to the character dynamics, and the looming civil war intensifies the stakes. The author adeptly builds a mysterious and ominous atmosphere, creating a sense of foreboding that permeates the narrative.

While the plot is engaging, I would appreciate a bit more exploration of the cultural and historical aspects of Middren to provide a more immersive reading experience. Additionally, a deeper dive into the emotional intricacies of the characters could enhance the overall impact of the story.

In conclusion, "Godkiller" stands out as a captivating fantasy with a unique premise and well-crafted characters. I believe readers who enjoy intricately woven fantasy worlds with dark undertones will find this novel a compelling addition to the genre.

I struggled to get into this one at first but once the story got underway and you meet the main cast it picks up. As a frequent romantasy reader it was a nice change of pace to focus on a more dark, straightforward fantasy.

Godkiller was one of my favorite books of books of the year. The world in
Godkiller was beautiful and devestating and I didn’t want it to end.

I genuinely love this story. Everything from the adventure and the lore was so interesting. The world-building was amazing, and it kept me interested. I could not get enough of this story. I can't wait for another one!

I loved the adventure this book took us on. The book follows three MCs who each come from wildly different backgrounds, but they all end up traveling to the same destination. The world building, and the lore of the gods in the culture was perfect. It blended into the story seamlessly without dragging the narrative down.

Kissen, Elo, and Inara (plus Skedi) are an amazing cast of characters, and I love that we learned about each of them as they learned about each other. I love a good found family story and this novel delivered.

I can't wait to read the next book in the series!

I thought this was a really interesting debut! I definitely give it credit for its originality and uniqueness, although it didn't quite stick the landing for me. I thought the premise was interesting but I kinda lost the plotline here and there. I did LOVE the three main characters though, they were very well-thought-out, diverse, and engaging! So I'll most likely read the second book, but we'll see how I'm feeling once it comes out.

🌈Queer rep: pan/bi main female character (MF main relationship), secondary FF couple. Brief mentions of a pan/bi and poly male character, and an additional FF couple.

I was searching for a good grimdark story without a lot of romance and this really fit the bill. Enjoyed the world, characters, magic system. Can't wait for the next book!

I put off reading this book because I was worried it wouldn’t live up to my unreasonably high expectations but I shouldn’t have worried or waited to read this. It was so good! As soon as I finished I wanted to start it again so I could dive back into the world. Loved the representation throughout the book and had a lot of fun with the MC’s. Did not enjoy the cliffhanger as much but I’ll definitely be picking up the next book.

I'll be honest.......took a bit to finally get into this story and start to care about these characters. I liked the setting and the idea of having a person whose job it is to kill gods, but Kissen was a bit tough to get a read on at first. Her start in life was tragic, I like that she is self-sufficient and takes no gruff from anyone, but definitely had a hard time really liking her at first. The one relationship I immediately took to was Inara and Skedi......he is adorable, loyal and must not be harmed!! Elogast is to me the most sympathetic character and easiest to like right from the start and once the 3 of them start their journey together, that's when the story really settled in, and I was onboard. The attacks by the demons and the fight scenes were well written and meeting some of the remaining gods in Blenraden was my favorite part of the story, as I liked Kissen much more once she started connecting to the other characters. I am looking forward to the growing relationship between Elo and Inara and am certainly looking forward to where the story is going in the next book.

Thank you to NetGalley as well as Avon and Harper Voyager for this e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

I loved this book, I truly did not want to stop reading. I was able to listen along to the audio as I read, and that is extremely well-done as well. I love this complex magic system and the reimagining of gods. I found the characters to be well developed, and I loved watching the dynamics between them shift throughout the story. This is a multi-POV story, which I usually find distracting, but the chapters flowed effortlessly and I was glad to see all of the different perspectives.

I think my favorite part of the story was the pilgrimage element, it added quite a lot to the world building as well as the mood of the story. I also appreciate the representation in this story, with an LGBTQ+ main character that also has a prosthetic leg and sign language represented throughout.

I would recommend this to fans of Percy Jackson, but also Lord of the Rings. Really anyone who appreciates an unlikely group of travelers with an intricate magic system and medieval(ish) setting would enjoy this book. I can't wait to read the sequel.

I really enjoyed this book. I hope the author continues to write more books in the future. I can't wait to see what this author releases in the future.

This novel has the feel of an epic fantasy without the "heaviness" and massive length of one. Hannah Kaner doesn't waste time or words with her brilliantly crafted writing style, rich world building, and captivating characters. I got lost in this immersive story and can't wait to read more from the author

I've heard so much about this book over the past few months/weeks and had high expectations for it. I think I definitely enjoyed the plot and thought it was overall, very interesting. I would definitely recommend it due to the intricate relationships between characters, the world building, etc. Overall, really great :)