Grievars Blood, Alexander Darwin
Grievars Blood, Alexander Darwin
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Grievar's Blood

Author: Alexander Darwin

Narrator: Donald Chang

Unabridged: 13 hr 31 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Orbit

Published: 12/05/2023


Synopsis

The second book in an action-packed science fiction trilogy set on a far future world where the fate of nations is determined by battle-hardened warriors who are trained to compete in brutal single combat.

In a world where single combat determines the fate of nations, the Grievar fight in the Circles so that the rest can remain at peace. But given the stakes, things are never so simple. The Daimyo govern from the shadows and plot to gain an edge by unnaturally enhancing their Grievar Knights.

Cego and his team return to the world’s most prestigious combat school, The Lyceum. Though he'd like to focus on his martial studies, Cego feels the pull of his mysterious past and two missing brothers.

Solara Halberd, daughter of the fighting legend, embarks on her own quest to bury the past. She must utilize every lesson her father taught her to explore unknown lands where evil lurks in the shadows.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Petrik on May 01, 2021

I have a Booktube channel now! Subscribe here: [URL not allowed] Review copy provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. Grievar’s Blood is a daring sequel to The Combat Codes. The cast is bigger and the stakes are higher than before. “Don’t run from it,” Cego said.......more

Goodreads review by John on January 12, 2024

My complete review of Grievar's Blood is published at Grimdark Magazine. Grievar’s Blood is the second installment in Alexander Darwin’s Combat Codes trilogy, following up on his debut novel, The Combat Codes. The Combat Codes trilogy takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where conventional warfare......more

Goodreads review by Lukasz on April 26, 2021

I picked Grievar’s Blood immediately after finishing The Combat Codes. As a sequel, it delivered everything I wanted from this story: a fast-paced adventure, more character development, and surprising revelations about the world and Cego‘s past. Darwin introduced new POV characters. I particularly e......more

Goodreads review by Eric on January 23, 2024

Even better than book one. We get a couple more points of view from characters we already know but have gone off on their own missions. This allows the reader to see more of the world, which was great because this world is awesome. Some of the plot seemed a bit rushed at times, but that's really my......more

Goodreads review by Rachel (TheShadesofOrange) on December 02, 2023

4.0 Stars This was a solid follow up to the first book. I enjoyed being back in the world with the characters. I find this series just easy and enjoyable. It's not the deepest or most life changing story, but I don't think it's trying to be. I would recommend this one for anyone looking for an engagi......more


Quotes

“A brutal and relentless science fantasy martial arts extravaganza, set in a world where the fate of nations rests on the perfect counterpunch or rear naked choke. The Combat Codes is that rare book that fully satisfies me as an action fan.” —Fonda Lee, author of Jade City on The Combat Codes

"The Combat Codes is a great read for any fan of realistic martial arts fiction. The integration of a compelling sci-fi / fantasy plot and true-to-life martial arts action make for a unique story that any student of warfare is sure to enjoy."
 —Ryan Hall, UFC Fighter on The Combat Codes