Godslayer books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Godslayer series?"

"There are two books in the Godslayer series, published between 2005 and 2006."

Q: "What is the first book in the Godslayer series?"

"The first book in the Godslayer series is Shadowfall, published in 2005."

Q: "Do I need to read The Banned and the Banished before Godslayer?"

"It helps to have read The Banned and the Banished first, since the Godslayer duology is set in the same world and builds on its mythology. However, the Godslayer books follow new characters and a different storyline, so they can be understood on their own."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Shadowfall	2005	James Clemens	Buy
2	Hinterland	2006	James Clemens	Buy

The Godslayer duology by James Clemens consists of Shadowfall (2005) and Hinterland (2006). Set in the same world as his earlier Banned and the Banished series, these books expand the mythology and explore new corners of that fantasy setting with a fresh cast of characters.

The two books deal with gods, divine power, and the consequences of wielding it. They are darker in tone than the earlier series and move at a faster pace, benefiting from Clemens having already built the world across eight previous novels. Readers who enjoyed The Banned and the Banished will find familiar territory here, while the tighter scope of a duology makes for a more focused story.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Godslayer series?

There are two books in the Godslayer series, published between 2005 and 2006.

What is the first book in the Godslayer series?

The first book in the Godslayer series is Shadowfall, published in 2005.

Do I need to read The Banned and the Banished before Godslayer?

It helps to have read The Banned and the Banished first, since the Godslayer duology is set in the same world and builds on its mythology. However, the Godslayer books follow new characters and a different storyline, so they can be understood on their own.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order