Synopsis:
It is a world of ice. It is a world of blood. It is a godless world.
An uneasy truce exists between the Thanes of the True Bloods.
Now, as another winter approaches, the armies of the Black Road march south, from their exile beyond the Vale of Stones. For some, war will bring a swift and violent death. Others will not hear the clash of swords or see the corpses strewn over the fields. They instead will see an opportunity to advance their own ambitions. But all, soon, will fall under the shadow that is descending.
For, while the storm of battle rages, one man is following a path that will awaken a terrible power in him – and his legacy will be written in blood.
Reviews, commentary etc.
"If you are into big, bloodthirsty fantasy sagas, this one is well worth checking out." - Cheryl Morgan, reviewing for Emerald City.
"Winterbirth is written with great assurance and tells a gripping story that builds to a grim climax. No one who enjoys heroic fantasy should miss this." - Lisa Tuttle, reviewing for The Times
"An epic tale of revenge, betrayal and greed... an intriguing and imaginative story." - Dreamwatch
"This is a solid banquet of fantasy with plenty of diverse but complimentary courses and a rich red wine to accompany it; the religious warriors recall the troubled world of today while the main narrative is classic Heroic Fantasy - it can hold its head up high alongside accomplished masters such as the great David Gemmell." - Forbidden Planet website product review.
"An impressive piece of storytelling, fantasy writing at its best." - Dave Martin, reviewing for
www.thebookbag.co.uk.
