The Shattered Crown (The Legends of Ansu #2) by J.W. Webb
In the follow up to Gol, a thousand years have passed. The kingdoms that Erun Cade set up are well in place, and his name has passed down into myth and legend. Corin an Fol is a mercenary at a loose end, which is never a good thing. Luckily for him, times are changing and the gods are playing. This means that there is betrayal, murder, dark magic, dragons, Dog Lords, plus lots more for him to pit his sword against. Of course, it's not all bad. He has new friends by his side, including the Queen of Kelwyn, Ariane.
This is once again an amazing book, full of intricacy and detail, guaranteed to delight. It is both harsh and full of hope. With the help of the gods, plus others, Corin and co are on a mission that sounds a lot simpler than what it actually is.
There is once again mention of the Norse sounding gods, complete with a one-eyed god who is accompanied by two ravens. This time though, there is also more detail of Irish gods too. We have the Washer at the Ford, who speaks to Corin at the beginning, plus the three women of Fate - a common theme in most Pagan religions.
Although this is a long book, full of battles and adventure, it still ends leaving you wanting more. Shallan wasn't mentioned much in this book, but I have a feeling there is much more to come from her, plus Tarin and Corin himself, to name just a few.
Well written, with no editing or grammatical errors to distract the flow, I have no hesitation in highly recommending this book and series.
Merissa
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