To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods: A No. 1 And Sunday Times Bestseller!
To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods is the opening novel in the Gods Beyond the Skies series, an anti-colonial fantasy that blends political intrigue, powerful magic, and high-stakes rebellion. Perfect for adult fantasy readers and older teens who crave immersive worlds, daring power plays, and a fearless heroine, this tale carries a tense, thrilling, and hopeful energy that lingers long after the last page.
Written in a cinematic, character-driven voice, To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods follows Yang Ruying, known as The Girl Blessed By Death, as she discovers extraordinary magic that could alter the fate of Er-Lang. With the empire under the thumb of an otherworldly Roman power that wields science and military might like gods, the story tracks her impossible choices—save her family or save her country—as rebellion swells and the stakes grow higher. The world-building fuses brutal realism with lush mythic energy, inviting readers into a vividly imagined landscape where power, loyalty, and survival collide.
Its pacing balances intimate moments with sweeping set pieces, weaving tension-filled political maneuvering, edge-of-your-seat action, and moments of quiet consequence. The narrative makes the magic feel tangible and the moral choices feel personal, so the journey remains equally thrilling and emotionally resonant, even as you root for the underdog against seemingly insurmountable odds.
- Epic anti-colonial fantasy world with Er-Lang under Roman occupation and gods that demand sacrifice
- Yang Ruying, "The Girl Blessed By Death" as a fearless, morally complex protagonist
- Power, sacrifice, rebellion, and loyalties tested by impossible choices
- Haunting, lyrical prose with cinematic pacing
- Special edition paperback features: sprayed edges and visually stunning cover finishes
- Upcoming continuation with To Kill These Monstrous Gods releasing September 2025
Reading To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods leaves you with a sense of possibility—an understanding that courage and loyalty can illuminate the darkest corners of empire, and that one brave choice can change everything.
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To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods: A No. 1 And Sunday Times Bestseller!
To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods: A No. 1 And Sunday Times Bestseller!
To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods is the opening novel in the Gods Beyond the Skies series, an anti-colonial fantasy that blends political intrigue, powerful magic, and high-stakes rebellion. Perfect for adult fantasy readers and older teens who crave immersive worlds, daring power plays, and a fearless heroine, this tale carries a tense, thrilling, and hopeful energy that lingers long after the last page.
Written in a cinematic, character-driven voice, To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods follows Yang Ruying, known as The Girl Blessed By Death, as she discovers extraordinary magic that could alter the fate of Er-Lang. With the empire under the thumb of an otherworldly Roman power that wields science and military might like gods, the story tracks her impossible choices—save her family or save her country—as rebellion swells and the stakes grow higher. The world-building fuses brutal realism with lush mythic energy, inviting readers into a vividly imagined landscape where power, loyalty, and survival collide.
Its pacing balances intimate moments with sweeping set pieces, weaving tension-filled political maneuvering, edge-of-your-seat action, and moments of quiet consequence. The narrative makes the magic feel tangible and the moral choices feel personal, so the journey remains equally thrilling and emotionally resonant, even as you root for the underdog against seemingly insurmountable odds.
- Epic anti-colonial fantasy world with Er-Lang under Roman occupation and gods that demand sacrifice
- Yang Ruying, "The Girl Blessed By Death" as a fearless, morally complex protagonist
- Power, sacrifice, rebellion, and loyalties tested by impossible choices
- Haunting, lyrical prose with cinematic pacing
- Special edition paperback features: sprayed edges and visually stunning cover finishes
- Upcoming continuation with To Kill These Monstrous Gods releasing September 2025
Reading To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods leaves you with a sense of possibility—an understanding that courage and loyalty can illuminate the darkest corners of empire, and that one brave choice can change everything.
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To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods is the opening novel in the Gods Beyond the Skies series, an anti-colonial fantasy that blends political intrigue, powerful magic, and high-stakes rebellion. Perfect for adult fantasy readers and older teens who crave immersive worlds, daring power plays, and a fearless heroine, this tale carries a tense, thrilling, and hopeful energy that lingers long after the last page.
Written in a cinematic, character-driven voice, To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods follows Yang Ruying, known as The Girl Blessed By Death, as she discovers extraordinary magic that could alter the fate of Er-Lang. With the empire under the thumb of an otherworldly Roman power that wields science and military might like gods, the story tracks her impossible choices—save her family or save her country—as rebellion swells and the stakes grow higher. The world-building fuses brutal realism with lush mythic energy, inviting readers into a vividly imagined landscape where power, loyalty, and survival collide.
Its pacing balances intimate moments with sweeping set pieces, weaving tension-filled political maneuvering, edge-of-your-seat action, and moments of quiet consequence. The narrative makes the magic feel tangible and the moral choices feel personal, so the journey remains equally thrilling and emotionally resonant, even as you root for the underdog against seemingly insurmountable odds.
- Epic anti-colonial fantasy world with Er-Lang under Roman occupation and gods that demand sacrifice
- Yang Ruying, "The Girl Blessed By Death" as a fearless, morally complex protagonist
- Power, sacrifice, rebellion, and loyalties tested by impossible choices
- Haunting, lyrical prose with cinematic pacing
- Special edition paperback features: sprayed edges and visually stunning cover finishes
- Upcoming continuation with To Kill These Monstrous Gods releasing September 2025
Reading To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods leaves you with a sense of possibility—an understanding that courage and loyalty can illuminate the darkest corners of empire, and that one brave choice can change everything.












