The Gods Below (Hollow Covenant, Bk. 1)

Sunday Times Bestseller

After a devastating divine war shattered the world, humanity made a dangerous pact with the god Kluehnn: in exchange for tribute in the form of magical gems, he would restore the land. But this restoration comes at a cost—each transformed region warps its inhabitants into something strange and often monstrous.

Hakara refuses to accept this fate. Determined to protect herself and her sister Rasha, she flees their homeland. But when tragedy separates them, Hakara is forced to leave Rasha behind and confront an uncertain future alone.

When Hakara discovers she can harness the power of the magical gems, she is drawn into a secret rebellion seeking to overthrow the God Pact. Their promise is irresistible: they can help her find Rasha—if she is willing to risk everything and wage war against a god.

"An epic and heart-rending struggle between gods and mortals, lovers and siblings... Stewart is a writer of genius and brilliance." — Hannah Kaner

"Stewart's worlds are some of the most exceptionally inventive in modern fantasy. A must read!" — Shannon Chakraborty

"This awe-inspiring trilogy-starter... its world is vivid, new, and visceral." — Booklist