God of Another World: The Adow

by Chad Michael Cox

The Adow have reigned since the beginning of time–each ruler serving as anointed orator of the Sphere. Her authority is unquestioned. Armies follow her into battle and scholars record every prophecy she speaks. When a new Adow inherits the throne, however, the prophecies turn to lies and her warriors rally around a false prophecy, forcing her to lead them on a quest into the land of Morlac, god of another world.

“Warriors shouldn’t sound like that.” Ayson says as his black horse shifts closer to the Adow.

“They’re calling my name.” The Adow slowly wraps her black hair around her finger, listening to the staggered moans of the dying.

249 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published February 15, 2014

About the author

Chad Michael Cox is an award winning author and freelance writer whose work has appeared in numerous publications since graduating from the writing program at Emerson College in Boston, MA. He spent his youth at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, and now lives in Iowa with his wife and three children.

Reviews

[Jessica Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

In a genre that often relies on action or complicated magical systems The Adow stands out most in that its characters drive the story. They are pushed along not so much by outside forces but by internal conflicts, choices made, and those not made.

The story follows the Adow as she leads her people on a quest in to Dragons Torment. As she and her people struggle with the trappings and customs of a rulership falling apart many will learn what duty truly is and how to accept the sacrifices it requires. This is not a story about a reluctant hero who has been called out of obscurity to a great purpose, but a story of leaders born to their positions and all that entails.

Along the way we also meet the Taggles, a group of people who are obviously more than they appear. The lowest of the low they cary a pride in the history of their land and its stories, because of this, they understand that often things are lost that should not be and even the simplest stories hide profound truths.

A beautiful exploration of a world on the edge of something that will tear it apart, for better or worse is yet to be seen.

[Nate Granzow · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read a diverse range of written work—everything from police procedurals to military thrillers to classic literature—and I've enjoyed most of them. But I've never been able to appreciate fantasy novels. That said, reading this book has changed my perception of the genre entirely. The dexterity with which Cox crafts an entire unique, vivid world is remarkably impressive for any author, particularly one releasing his first novel. It's easy to see the care and craftsmanship Cox invested in this first work. I look forward to reading the next in the series.