Godly Heathens: A Novel by H.E. Edgmon (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Godly Heathens by H.E. Edgmon Seventeen-year-old Gem Echols hides their mental health challenges and mysterious dreams in the small town of Gracie, Georgia, but when a newcomer reveals a shocking claim of being reincarnated gods together, Gems life takes a perilous turn as they embark on a deadly adventure, where their past and present collide. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Godly Heathens is the first book in H.E. Edgmons YA contemporary fantasy duology The Ouroboros, in which a teen, Gem, finds out theyre a reincarnated god from another world.Maybe I have always just been bad at being human because Im not one.Gem Echols is a nonbinary Seminole teen living in the tiny town of Gracie, Georgia. Known for being their peers queer awakening, Gem leans hard on charm to disguise the anxious mess they are beneath. The only person privy to their authentic self is another trans kid, Enzo, whos a thousand long, painful miles away in Brooklyn.But even Enzo doesnt know about Gems dreams, haunting visions of magic and violence that have always felt too real. So how the hell does Willa Mae Hardy? The strange new girl in town acts like she and Gem are old companions, and seems to know things about them theyve never told anyone else.When Gem is attacked by a stranger claiming to be the Goddess of Death, Willa Mae saves their life and finally offers some answers. She and Gem are reincarnated gods whove known and loved each other across lifetimes. But Gem - or at least who Gem used to be - hasnt always been the most benevolent deity. Theyve made a lot of enemies in the pantheon-enemies who, like the Goddess of Death, will keep coming.Its a good thing theyve still got Enzo. But as worlds collide and the past catches up with the present, Gem will discover that everyone has something to hide. Author Biography H.E. Edgmon is an author of queer speculative fiction across genres. Once a stray dog in the rural south, he now makes his home in the Pacific Northwest with a family of his own design. Haunted and hopeful, his work aims to offer levity without flinching from hard truths. In his writing and his daily life, H.E. will always prioritize the pursuit of an Indigenous future, the safety of our most vulnerable, and making a terrible joke whenever possible. Review "Electrifying...Edgmon thoughtfully explores issues of agency, identity, and mental illness via an inventive mythology; a high-stakes, action-packed plot; and a vibrantly drawn, intersectionally diverse cast embroiled in realistically thorny relationships." - Publishers Weekly, Starred Review "A monstrously thrilling, deeply emotional, and mythologically rich fantasy about seizing your own power." - School Library Journal, Starred Review "With a compelling plotline and cast of characters, Godly Heathens establishes an intriguing setup for the planned second book in the Ouroburos duology. Its depth in content and theme creates a profound story that will empower and inspire." - BookPage, Starred Review "Rich with complex and morally gray characters--especially its lovably unreliable narrator--this duology starter will delight fans of horror and dark fantasy through its twisty conclusion...this is definitely the book for anyone who claims to support trans rights and trans wrongs." - Booklist "Fast-paced and engaging, the novel addresses queer identity, mental health, and belonging to and disconnection from ones land and language, while weaving a vivid magic realm with its own logic. A thrilling fantasy series opener." - Kirkus"Edgmon (The Witch King duology) crafts a brutal homage to queer perseverance in this bloody young adult fantasy." - Shelf Awareness "Sharp as a blade, twice as vicious, and an outstretched hand all at once; a reminder to messy, angry kids that they can find their power no matter what they must do to survive. Absolutely unhinged and utterly unforgettable." - Andrew Joseph White, New York Times bestselling author of Hell Followed with Us "This is the kind of book that changes young lives. The kind readers will force into their friends hands and shout, Read this now!. The kind where readers will fall in love with every character who is messy and sexy and terrible in their own way. The worldbuilding is fun and creative, the twists are satisfying, and it is super queer in the best way. There is plenty here to love. If only all the villain stories in YA could be this good!" - Rebecca Roanhorse, New York Times bestselling author of Black Sun "Vile, nasty, ill-behaved queerness--and I LOVED it. Godly Heathens takes the evil stereotype of queers as monsters--particularly ones in trans bodies--and embraces monstrosity with power and agency. A country-fried horror extravaganza you cannot miss!" - Adam Sass, award-winning author of Surrender Your Sons and The 99 Boyfriends of Micah Summers "Godly Heathens is as whip-smart as it is delightfully unhinged, oscillating between heart-pounding action, laugh-out-loud humor, and poignant discussions of identity. Paired with its baked-in layers of queer teen messiness, its safe to say this series is off to an explosive start. Edgmon does not miss." - Kayla Cottingham, New York Times bestselling author of My Dearest Darkest Promotional The first book in a YA contemporary fantasy duology in which a teen, Gem, finds out theyre a reincarnated god from another world. Details ISBN1250853613 Author H.E. Edgmon Short Title Godly Heathens Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 1250853613 ISBN-13 9781250853615 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2023-11-28 Subtitle A Novel Series Number 1 Pages 400 Publisher St Martins Press Series Ouroboros Imprint St Martins Press Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2023-11-28 UK Release Date 2023-11-28 DEWEY FIC Audience Teenage / Young adult NZ Release Date 2024-02-26 Audience Age 14 AU Release Date 2024-02-26 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:157293148;

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