by Kevin Hearne is a refreshing, fast-paced urban fantasy that skillfully blends ancient Celtic mythology with modern wit, featuring a 2,100-year-old Druid hiding in Arizona. The story shines through its creative, nature-based magic system and the humor provided by Atticus’s telepathic Irish Wolfhound, Oberon, making it a compelling, action-packed series opener. For readers interested in witty, mythological urban fantasy in the vein of The Dresden Files , this book is highly recommended.
Overall, "Hounded" is an entertaining and engaging urban fantasy novel that effectively blends action, humor, and mythology. If you enjoy fast-paced stories with witty dialogue and supernatural adventures, this book is a great starting point for "The Iron Druid Chronicles" series. by Kevin Hearne is a refreshing, fast-paced urban
Atticus O’Sullivan is the last of the ancient Druids, a 2,100-year-old immortal hiding in plain sight as a 21-year-old tattooed Irishman in Tempe, Arizona. He runs Third Eye Books and Herbs, an occult shop where he hopes to live a quiet life. However, his past catches up with him: Aenghus Óg, a vengeful Celtic god, has finally tracked him down to reclaim Fragarach (the Answerer), a legendary magical sword Atticus stole centuries ago. Key Characters THE RANDOMIZER, ep.5: Hounded by Kevin Hearne : r/Fantasy Prologue: A flashback to 60 B
When the god finally tracks him to the Sonoran Desert, Atticus must stop running. He invokes the ancient laws of hospitality, calls in favors from a coven of Polish witches, negotiates with a werewolf pack, and even flirts with a vampire lawyer. The result is a high-octane chase that blends Irish mythology, Norse legends (Thor makes a terrifying appearance), and contemporary snark. When the god finally tracks him to the
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Atticus soon found himself entangled in a web of mythological intrigue, teaming up with an eccentric assortment of allies, including a shapeshifting hound named Oberon's ghost, and a witch named Sarah. Together, they navigated a treacherous landscape of gods, monsters, and legendary creatures.
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