Thank you NetGalley and Publisher for an advanced copy of this book in return for an honest and unbiased review.

The adventure continues with Elo, Skedi, and Inara – Returning from their last quest, and recovering from the loss of Kissen, a new problem awaits them… King Erin is plotting a war, and every land is at risk of his power.
Godkiller was more of a one-shot singular adventure and Sunbringer allowed the world to expand and develop more fully. I liked the world-building, but I also think I was mentally expecting a similar story structure as Godkiller. I liked the addition of the new gods and the more expansive information on this world. It did feel a little like the author was providing every character with a diverse and queer backstory – which felt a little forced… and I appreciate that she wants to have more diverse characters in the book, but with how many were in the story, it felt false to me. Overall, I am on board and ready for the next book in the series.

Content Warning: death, violence, murder, demon shadow things, betrayal, graphic death, blood, body horror

3 Stars

Book was okay. I requested it before reading the first book and it just didn’t have a great path to follow. The plot was interesting but the writing was hard to keep me attention for long.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Team for this Advanced Digital Readers Copy, I thoroughly enjoyed this book!

Amazing sequel to this series! I loved how it had the right twists at the right times! It was beautifully written!

This is probably one of the best sequels I've ever read. It really builds upon everything that was set up in Godkiller and then some!

I love this series with its adult characters (except for the one child) and the spectacular world building.

The struggle between man and outlawed gods continues, with the motley crew of Kissen, godkiller, Elogast, former knight, and the young girl Inara with her god Skedi. Things get more complicated as King Arren begins to move toward his goals without the help of Elogast, and Kissen tries to make her way back to the group.

I started this one and was so confused I had to go back and reread Godkiller to figure out what was happening, so I don't think this could be read independently of the first book.

This one ended on a cliffhanger, and I can't wait to read the next one!

An epic fantasy with a strong focus on heroism, destiny, and resilience, Sunbringer brings an inspiring tale that feels grand in scope yet intimate in character. The world is richly imagined, and the themes of light versus darkness are explored with nuance. It’s a must-read for fans of high fantasy looking for a mix of action and philosophical depth, with brave characters that stay with you after the final page.

I enjoyed the book well enough, but I think it lost some of the magic that the first one had on me. I'm curious to see how this series wraps up!

Loved godkiller, was so excited about this! Lots of answers from the first book and a ton to keep you entertained! Excited for the final book!

Often the second book in a series falls short and I’m happy to report that Sunbringer did NOT disappoint! I actually really enjoyed the journey with Elo, Inara and Kissen. For most of the book the characters are separated but I think it worked well because it allowed us to see who they are when they are without each other.

Kissen remains my favorite character but Skedi actually was a close second! He’s such a sweet boi. Elo was very noble and determined but he is clearly not very good at considering the people who care about him. Both Arren and Ina needed him at different times in their lives and both times he was so blind. Now Arren is an idiot and he was an adult so I don’t forgive him for shit. But Ina is a kid and she really needed that stability. Elo might be right but what was the cost to Inara?

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

I did enjoy Sunbringer, but unfortunately I can say I did not enjoy it as much as Godkiller. I absolutely loved the concept and the characters, but for me it drags on too much at times, and I feel I could have enjoyed it more without those spots. Maybe I just wasn't in the right mood when I read it, as I'm definitely a mood trader. But I know many people love this book and am grateful that it's been received well by so many.

I approached Sunbringer with high hopes, having thoroughly enjoyed the first book in the series. The debut was captivating, with a well-crafted world, compelling characters, and a strong narrative arc that left me eagerly anticipating the sequel. Unfortunately, this book did not live up to the standard set by its predecessor.

While the writing retains the same polished quality, the story itself feels stagnant. The initial excitement and momentum built in the first book seem to dissipate, as the sequel struggles to develop the characters further or introduce new, engaging plotlines. Instead of evolving, the characters appear stuck in familiar patterns, which made the emotional investment I had built in the first book begin to wane.

A solid follow up to Godkiller that includes everything I admired about the first one: fascinating world building, a diverse cast, and questions about faith and gods!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc! Opinions are my own.

Here’s the thing:

There are too many books and not enough time in the world. My ADD is outrageous, and if you can’t grip me in 2 chapters, I will lose the plot I fear. Now here we are still waiting for a review. Well, here is what I have right now. Even if I were to “choose not to review” it counts that ratio so let’s chat about it.

This was sadly a DNF for me. I could never get into the story. I’ve read others in the series but this one just lost my interest and couldn’t get back into it.

Is it too high fantasy? No. Did I dare dream of how book 1 was? Possibly. If I return I will provide additional updates and thoughts.

Although I did enjoy this sequel, I do feel as if it fell flat in comparison to Godkiller. The first half felt very slow, but the expansion of the world made up for it. Overall, I would give it a 3.5

This book was amazing, I loved reading it and wanted more. I love the characters and the way the writing was done.

"Sunbringer" had a promising start, especially after the strong found family dynamic in book one. However, I found the first half of this sequel to be slow, and I was disappointed that the characters were separated for most of the story. The found family dynamic was one of my favorite aspects, so this shift made it harder to stay engaged. The world expansion and the deeper exploration of individual gods were intriguing.

Elo and Skedi were my favorite characters. Unfortunately, Inara’s impulsive decisions became increasingly frustrating, detracting from my overall enjoyment. The pacing of the book was another issue for me—the first two-thirds dragged, but the final third really picked up, making it hard to put down. While there are some intriguing reveals, I’m not sure they justify the length of this book. Overall, it was an okay read. I am hoping the final installment is faster paced.

Godkiller was one of my favorite books of 2023 & somehow Sunbringer topped it. A fantastic addition to the series that built on the foundation of the world and characters that was established previously. Godkiller peaked my interest, and Sunbringer really sunk it's claws in. I love these characters and the world and am salivating for the next book!

I was less than thrilled with the first book in the trilogy and did not have high hopes for this book…. BUT- I was blown away by this book. I was hanging on to the edge of my seat and trying to figure out how things were going to unfold!