: The Celtic goddess of war and death who offers cryptic warnings.
If you are reading this via a PDF (legally or otherwise), the experience is generally smooth. Urban Fantasy like this is easy to read on screens because the chapters are relatively short and the prose is accessible. However, as with most PDFs, reading on an e-reader (like a Kindle or Kobo) might be slightly clunky compared to a native .epub or .mobi file due to fixed formatting, but it shouldn't detract from the story itself. : The Celtic goddess of war and death
Imagine being born in ancient Ireland around 100 BCE. Now imagine that you are still alive today, running a small occult bookshop in Tempe, Arizona. That is the life of Atticus O’Sullivan. However, as with most PDFs, reading on an
Kevin Hearne's Hounded kicks off the Iron Druid Chronicles , following 2,100-year-old Druid Atticus O'Sullivan as he abandons his centuries-long flight from a vengeful Celtic god in modern Arizona. Blending urban fantasy with mythological action, the story highlights Atticus using his wit and connection to the Earth to survive magical threats. That is the life of Atticus O’Sullivan
The book’s antagonist, Aenghus Óg, is a terrifyingly accurate portrayal of a Celtic tyrant—charming, beautiful, and utterly remorseless. Hearne uses the Táin Bó Cúailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cooley) as backstory, making the conflict feel ancient and weighty.
The pacing is fast-moving and relentless, with action sequences that are both intense and hilarious. I found myself laughing out loud one minute and cringing in fear the next. The world-building is equally impressive, with a unique blend of urban fantasy and mythology that feels both familiar and fresh.