The plot is deceptively simple yet wildly energetic. For centuries, Atticus has been on the run from a vengeful Celtic god: Aenghus Óg, a deity of love and poetry who also happens to be a petty, vicious jerk. The source of the conflict? A legendary sword, Fragarach (The Answerer), which Atticus “borrowed” from Aenghus two millennia ago.
Download the file, pour a pint of Irish whiskey, scratch your dog behind the ears, and prepare for the most epic chase in urban fantasy history. The plot is deceptively simple yet wildly energetic
“You see, I'm not a pagan because I'm a Druid. I'm a Druid because I'm pagan. And I've had a very long time to research the alternatives.” — Atticus O’Sullivan, Hounded A legendary sword, Fragarach (The Answerer), which Atticus
Is it perfect? Some critics argue the plot resolves too easily via deus ex machina (an issue Hearne improves upon in later books). However, as an introduction to a character and a world, Hounded is nearly flawless. It is a book that reminds us why we love mythology: because even gods, when hounded across millennia, can bleed. I'm a Druid because I'm pagan