"Ben Peek is one of the most accomplished writers of richly detailed an intricately plotted epic fantasy working in Australia today. If you're a lover of epic fantasy and you're not reading the Children books, you're missing out." The Newtown Review of Books

A new god has risen.
The immortal Zaifyr has arrived at the Floating Cities in chains, to await trial for murder. Despite this, he's preparing for war against a new child god - for she will do anything to destroy those who stand in her way.
A city has fallen.
Ayae must fight to protect the survivors, and finds herself ensnared in a web of political intrigue. She'll find politics can be as lethal as any sword, and hers is not the only life at stake.
A warrior has arrived.
Across the ocean, the exile Bueralan returns home. And he's bearing a dead man's soul around his neck. God-touched and grief-stricken, he treads a dangerous path. He'll confront a legendary fighter . . . and discover a secret that will change the world.
PRAISE FOR THE GODLESS (BOOK 1)
"An enthralling story . . . thrills, blood, intrigue, excitement and an original world populated with compelling characters" TheBookBag
"A fast-paced page turner set in an enthralling new world" SpeculativeBookReview
"The first in a crackling, unputdownable new epic fantasy series, introducing a fascinating, original new world and an incredible heroine" RisingShadow.net