Today, LitNuts is shining a spotlight on The Fate of Our Union, Book 1 in The Fate Series by Hildebrand Hermannson.
"A phenomenal work of high fantasy." ~Self-Publishing Review
The Fate of Our Union
New release: September 24, 2024Genre: High Fantasy, Ancient Historical Fiction, Mythology
4.3 stars, 22 ratings
Hardcover: $19.99
Paperback: $13.99
E-book: $0.99
A miraculous seven-headed horse, a symbol of unity, assembles three struggling youths with extraordinary origins into a journey of self-discovery. There, Sunu the Saxon Poet, Rufus the Roman Stoic, and Keresaspa the Sarmatian Priestess must overcome pride, aversion, and unforgiveness; there they must learn from historical heroes, philosophers, and the gods that strengthen them to battle an unseen monster and its rising wolfmen—dividing the Sons of Man.
Praise for The Fate of Our Union
"Sunu’s character arc, while epic in scope, is charming and fun... There’s also an engaging secondary character in the warrior Keresaspa... An enjoyable, well-researched historical adventure." ~Kirkus Reviews
"A brilliant first piece of a new series that boldly leans into philosophy, anthropology, ethics, history, religion, and magic, for a phenomenal work of high fantasy." ~Self-Publishing Review
"Well-written and thought-provoking." ~Amazon Review
"Perfect for lovers of complex world building, strong historical and mythological themes." ~Goodreads Review
"An epic tale that feels both ancient and timeless." ~Goodreads Review
About the Author
Hildebrand Hengest Hermannson’s deep-rooted fire for Indo-European culture and Western Philosophy ignites his first novel, The Fate of Our Union, the inaugural piece in a planned series. His work draws inspiration from a range of national epics, including The Saga of the Volsungs (Norse), Mahabharata (Indian), Aenid (Roman), Odyssey (Greek), Táin Bó Cúailnge (Celtic), and the Shahnameh (Iranian). He crafts these rich cultures into original stories featuring fantasy world-building, dynamic characters, and intricate plots and themes. His iron weaving is further strengthened by the Stoics, Cynics, and Yogis, who feared not pain, death, or poverty, ordained by the Thunderer and the Fates, and who embraced their destiny like epic heroes. Hildebrand’s Wild Hunt of thought breathes life into his spiritual, ethical, and cultural interests, inspiring us to live in accordance with our immortal heroes and philosophers.
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