Aera

A wonderfully twisty thriller by the internationally bestselling author of The Dwarves
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Aera by Markus Heitz is set in a world where ancient gods have returned, transforming society with their powerful presence. As humanity grapples with new divine hierarchies, tensions rise, leading to potential conflict. The story follows a protagonist drawn into a complex interplay of faith, power, and mystery, uncovering secrets that could reshape their reality.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thrilling narratives where ancient gods return to Earth, with a blend of mythological intrigue and modern fantasy. If you love stories that intertwine epic battles with mystery and adventure, set in a richly detailed world where the divine and the mortal clash, this could be a compelling read for you.

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Aera

The gods are back - or almost all of them - and the world is in uproar. Only one man will seek the truth in this thrilling murder-mystery by the internationally bestselling author of The Dwarves.

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The complete omnibus of the ten-part novella serialisation Aera: The Return of the Ancient Gods, from the internationally bestselling author of The Dwarves. The gods are back, the world is in uproar - and only one man has the strength to seek the truth.

I've never believed in any kind of god.

But that's a problem when they start manifesting.

It was a problem for everyone else too, especially those whose gods did not appear. We are divided, a fractured globe, because you'd start to question everything you'd believed, wouldn't you?

Or would you fight?

Because I don't think these really are the gods we've worshipped. Zeus, The Morrigan, Thor - they can go to hell. We're in the middle of an invasion, and I'm the only one who believes in that reality.

My name is Malleus Bourreau. I'm an atheist and an investigator - and I will find the answers.

Series: Aera: The Return of the Gods

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Aera by Markus Heitz has received praise for its vibrant world-building and gripping narrative. Readers appreciate the engaging and fast-paced storytelling that leaves them eager for more of the author's alternative universe. The book's exploration of themes like religion and belief also adds depth, making it both an entertaining and thought-provoking read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529401981

Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arcadia Books

Contributors:

  • Translated by Emily Gunning
  • Translated by Charlie Homewood

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 54.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 580g

Pages: 848

About the Author

Markus Heitz trained to be a teacher after studying history and German literature, then going on to an MA in History. He spent several years as a journalist, writing in his free time, before the runaway success of The Dwarves allowed him to give up the day job. His debut epic fantasy novel, Schatten uber Ulldart (Shadows over Ulldart) was the first of many of his books to win the Deutscher Phantastik Preis (Germany's premier literary award for fantasy) in 2003. Since then he has frequently topped the bestseller charts, and his Number One bestselling Dwarves and Aelfar series have earned him a place among Germany's most successful fantasy authors. The DOORS series, where each book follows the adventurers as they choose a different door, have earned him a whole new audience as he plays with fantasy, thriller and mystery tropes to keep the reader always interested. He currently lives in Saarland, in Germany.

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