The Shadow of the Gods

The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne
The Bloodsworn Saga #1
In the shadow of dead gods, a new world rises.
Tropes: Norse-Inspired Fantasy, Multiple POVs, Monster Hunting, Dark Magic
 
In a land once ruled by gods, their fall has left a world teeming with danger and opportunity. Orka, a warrior and mother, seeks her missing son. Varg, a former thrall, searches for justice and belonging. Elvar, a noblewoman turned mercenary, chases glory. Their journeys reveal a world where ancient powers stir, and destiny beckons.