Protector

Darkblade, Book 2

By: Andy Peloquin

Narrated by: John Lee

The Hunter's legend conceals cold, dark truths.

Half-demon bastard. A butcher with the blade, assassin, monster.

For millennia he has stalked the world, conquering all in his path and wading through rivers of his enemies' blood.

But he remembers none of it.

Now, an oath made in bitterness and regret thrusts him into a new role to which he is entirely unsuited: guardian of a young boy touched by gods and hunted by demons.

The Hunter sets off into desolate wastelands and deserts to seek out answers with blade and brutal skills honed by centuries of violence. At his side rides the boy, an ever-growing inconvenience and testament to his past failures.

But as the legions of his enemies close in around him, the child he protects may not only hold the key to his past, but become his very hope for salvation.

©2021 Andy Peloquin (P)2024 Tantor

the battles were very detailed

Great storyline and characters were built really well. Battles were very in depth and really descriptive

Excellent Addition to the Series

Fantastic book, filled with highs and lows. Dark enough to scratch the grimdark fantasy itch, while still filled with hope and heart.

Great series

First half was a little slow but part 2 is a bloody fun time, waiting for book 3!

What a ride.

I love Peloquin's stories. The pace of this is break neck but it never loses focus. Relentless, nerve-wracking and yet heartwarming. I'm so excited to watch the Hunter's evolution. How will he hold onto his sanity?

Easter eggs from the previous books, plus the ongoing battle with the inner demon

It lies near and dear to my heart, as I've battled inner demons, the themes ring somewhat true , and I recognize what the hunter struggle with.