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Hounded

Book One of The Iron Druid Chronicles
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Hounded by Kevin Hearne is a thrilling urban fantasy that follows Atticus O'Sullivan, the last living druid, who runs an occult bookshop in Arizona. Living alongside his Irish wolfhound and with the ability to tap into an earth-based magic, he faces challenges from ancient gods, witches, and other supernatural beings while trying to hold on to a powerful sword. Combining humour, action, and rich mythology, this novel explores Atticus's adventures in a world where the mystical and real collide.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to a blend of urban fantasy with a touch of humour and mythological elements. The story follows a wise-cracking druid who faces off against gods, witches, and other mythical beings in a vividly described modern-day setting. Fans of fast-paced action, witty dialogue, and a unique mix of ancient magic and contemporary adventures will find this an entertaining read.

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Atticus O'Sullivan, the last of the Druids, finds his peaceful life in Arizona shattered by the arrival of an angry Celtic god who wants Atticus's magical sword, forcing Atticus to call upon some unlikely allies for help.

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The first novel in the New York Times bestselling Iron Druid Chronicles—the hilarious, action-packed tales of a two-thousand-year-old Druid pursued by ancient gods in the modern world

“A page-turning and often laugh-out-loud-funny caper through a mix of the modern and the mythic.”—Ari Marmell, author of The Warlord’s Legacy

Atticus O’Sullivan is the last of the ancient druids. He has been on the run for more than two thousand years and he’s tired of it. The Irish gods who want to kill him are after an enchanted sword he stole in a first-century battle, and when they find him managing an occult bookshop in Tempe, Arizona, Atticus doesn’t want to uproot his life again. He just wants everything to end one way or another, but preferably the way in which he can continue to enjoy fish and chips.

He does have some small hope of survival: The Morrigan, the Irish Chooser of the Slain, is on his side, and so is Brighid, First Among the Fae. His lawyer is literally a bloodsucking vampire, and he has a loyal Irish wolfhound with opinions about poodles.

But he’s facing down some mighty enemies: Aenghus Óg, a vengeful Irish god, plus a coven of witches and even the local police. On top of all that, Aenghus has a direct line to the firepower of hell. Atticus will need all the luck of the Irish and more if he’s going to stay alive.

Don’t miss any of The Iron Druid Chronicles:

Hounded | Hexed | Hammered | Tricked | Trapped | Hunted | Shattered | Staked | Scourged | Besieged

Series: The Iron Druid Chronicles

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593359631

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 March 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Del Rey Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 261g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Kevin Hearne hugs trees, pets doggies, and rocks out to heavy metal. He also thinks tacos are a pretty nifty idea. He is the New York Times bestselling author of The Iron Druid Chronicles, the Ink & Sigil series, and the Seven Kennings series, and is co-author of The Tales of Pell with Delilah S. Dawson.

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