Fleeing an execution order, Russian army doctor Andrei escapes into the Rhodope Mountains, where he stumbles into the secret world or ruthless, cave-dwelling pagans.
For over a thousand years, the Thracians have survived in secret, guarding their ancient traditions and killing any outsider who dares approach. But the modern world is closing in, and they must emerge from the shadows or face destruction.
Their prophetess, Kori, has selected Andrei to be the first to learn of her cult's existence, but her chief priest, Nikolai sees Andrei as a rival. Torn between survival and the role thrust upon him, Andrei must do more than merely survive, more than steal a bride and build a nation. Andrei must become a god.
New chapters every Thursday on my Patreon and Substack.
For over a thousand years, the Thracians have survived in secret, guarding their ancient traditions and killing any outsider who dares approach. But the modern world is closing in, and they must emerge from the shadows or face destruction.
Their prophetess, Kori, has selected Andrei to be the first to learn of her cult's existence, but her chief priest, Nikolai sees Andrei as a rival. Torn between survival and the role thrust upon him, Andrei must do more than merely survive, more than steal a bride and build a nation. Andrei must become a god.
New chapters every Thursday on my Patreon and Substack.
Cover art by Artyom Trakhanov
Edited by Georgi Shopov
The Thracian language and other looks behind the scenes on Wealthgiver.