Every man, woman and child in Athymar, one of the Nine Known Lands passed out at the same time and when they awoke, each had been imbued with a measure of magical power.  Some more, some less.  A band of people form to go to Heart’s Wound to investigate what has happened, and if normalcy can be restored.  Tarian Ambrus, a former warrior, his son Phelan, the Esylken warrior Ashur Dal, the swordswoman Danya and the wizard Cynric are on a quest where they meet some mighty strange creatures and find out that apparently the Gods destroyed each other and their powers were scattered amongst the human citizens of Athymar.  Some folks, like Tarian’s wife have changed so much that she is now an enemy, some are using their new found powers for the good of the people, and some are exploiting and trying to take over the known world.  At Heart’s Wound, our brave heroes find all the answers they need and a few surprises. 

This reviewer had unfortunately not read the first book of the Godfire, so it took a little while to get to know the characters and plot.  It seems this one carries on where the last one left off and everyone already has their powers and are getting used to them.  Mr Waggoner has written a great story with really wonderful characters.  Multi-dimensional, the reader is able to relate to each one.  In such an epic kind of fantasy, this reviewer feels it is imperative to have good, strong characters, both evil and good, and Mr. Waggoner has not disappointed.  Their journey spans over a wide variety of terrain and they meet an even wider variety of people and creatures.   Mr. Waggoner writes with great imagination, drawing the reader into each situation.  Full of adventure and action, this story was an exciting read and this reviewer spent a few wonderful hours reading it.  Lovers of the fantasy genre should pick up this series for sure. 

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