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  • Published: 9 February 2027
  • ISBN: 9781645663010
  • Imprint: Kensington
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 576
  • RRP: $65.00

Godburned: Deluxe Limited Edition

  • Foz Meadows


A godtouched arbiter of justice and his prickly new conscript unravel a conspiracy that could bring down everything they stand for in the first of a clever and cutting queer epic fantasy series about autonomy, justice, and trauma for fans of Martha Wells and Robert Jackson Bennett.

*DELUXE HARDCOVER EDITION featuring stenciled edges, cover effects, and 2 illustrated maps.*

In the Jaosi Empire, magic is gifted by the gods: a blessed reward for the worthy devout. But not for Kas. Twice, the gods have come uninvited, investing him with their power at the worst moments of his life, and twice, Kas has refused to serve.

When three teenagers go missing in the poorest part of Jahovai, where neither the city guards nor the Measure bother to pursue justice, Kas knows that if he doesn’t find them, no one will. But when his search goes devastatingly wrong, a third god visits him—and in the aftermath, Kas is conscripted to the Measure.

Peacekeeper and investigator Nema is tasked with inducting Kas into his new life. A nobleman who represents everything Kas despises, Nema nonetheless offers to help his new partner find the missing boys as a gesture of goodwill.

But the search soon turns ugly, pointing to corruption at the highest levels. Nema and Kas must learn to cooperate, and fast: together, they may uncover the truth, but the more they learn, the more they have to lose . . .

  • Published: 9 February 2027
  • ISBN: 9781645663010
  • Imprint: Kensington
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 576
  • RRP: $65.00

Praise for Godburned: Deluxe Limited Edition

Praise for Foz Meadows

“Foz Meadows writes worlds that contain breathtaking adventure, without fail. Godburned is a cathedral of story; a stunning, multifaceted, haunted and nuanced epic.” —Fran Wilde, award-winning author of A Philosophy of Thieves

"Breathtaking . . . A deftly woven tale about the search for justice in an unjust world, and all the ways we break apart and put each other back together. Equal parts gritty and tender." —K.S. Shay, author of Portrait of a Witch Undone on Godburned

Godburned entwines fascinating worldbuilding with emotion and intrigue, expertly weaving a compelling story of anguish and healing, machinations and mystery, and corruption and justice.” —Melissa Caruso, international bestselling author of The Last Hour Between Worlds

Godburned is a gorgeous, emotional gut punch of a fantasy novel that bruises the skin and cracks your bones. Meadows’ lush prose and complex world building is surpassed only by the extraordinary characters that haunt the pages. I am absolutely obsessed!” —Andrea Stewart, bestselling author of The Bone Shard Daughter

“Foz Meadows takes on self-determination, heritage, and duty in a wondrously spellbinding new world full of layered intrigue, paladin-justiciars, and righteous gods.” —Linda H. Codega, author of Pasha the Storm on Godburned

“A masterful blend of fantasy, mystery, and intrigue with viscerally-intimate character studies, a vividly-imagined setting, and gods-given magic that can be used for good—or for evil.” —Kate Elliott, author of The Witch Roads on Godburned

“Fantasy readers who appreciate strong characters and excellent worldbuilding will immerse themselves in this tale.” —Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW for An Accident of Stars

“An emotionally gripping, delightful queer fantasy filled with political intrigue, family dynamics, and tender moments that will grab readers' hearts and minds.” Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW for A Strange and Stubborn Endurance

“Speaking thoughtfully to real-life questions of identity, and the vulnerability that goes along with visibility, this fantasy adventure wows.” —Publishers Weekly on All the Hidden Paths

“Meadows' writing is confident and sexy (even scorching), leaving readers satisfied with the wrap-up of several key relationships and tying a very neat bow on any lingering doubts between the two main characters.” Booklist on All the Hidden Paths

“A mesmerizing story of redemption, magic, and care, Godburned is utterly human to its core. . . Foz Meadows is a masterful talent.” —Martin Cahill, USA Today bestselling author of Audition for the Fox

This is the portal fantasy I’ve spent my whole life waiting for.” Liz Bourke, Tor.com on An Accident of Stars

“Like riding a roller coaster while never leaving the comfort of your home. I can’t recall the last book that gave me the same feels, and it is all thanks to Meadow’s nuanced, richly-developed characters. It is more than a simple portal fantasy, it is a masterful touchstone by which I will compare future books in the subgenre.” —Shana DuBois, B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog on A Tyranny of Queens

“The world building of this series remains awesome. It starts to get into the multiple worlds aspect more, and it couldn’t be better! There’s just a hint of science fiction to it that makes for a really great genre combination.” The Illustrated Page on A Tyranny of Queens

“This is a worthy successor, a clever and innovative piece.” Sci-Fi and Fantasy Reviews on A Tyranny of Queens

“A brilliant and moving work of high fantasy from the marvelous author Foz Meadows.” The Seattle Review of Books on A Tyranny of Queens