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Hammered (The Iron Druid Chronicles, #3)

Kevin Hearne
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Hammered (The Iron Druid Chronicles, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Kevin Hearne

Hammered (The Iron Druid Chronicles, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Arizona • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Hammered by Kevin Hearne, an ancient druid embarks on a perilous journey to confront a powerful Norse god, seeking retribution for past wrongs. The book is part of the Iron Druid Chronicles series and blends mythology with modern fantasy elements.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

60,287 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Hammered by Kevin Hearne highlight the book's engaging mix of mythology, humor, and action. Readers praise the vibrant characters and fast-paced plot. However, some feel the narrative becomes convoluted and the humor can be overly irreverent. Overall, it's an entertaining read for urban fantasy fans but may not appeal to all tastes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hammered (The Iron Druid Chronicles, #3)?

Readers who enjoy Hammered by Kevin Hearne are likely to appreciate fast-paced urban fantasy with humorous undertones and rich mythological references. Comparable to fans of Jim Butcher's The Dresden Files and Neil Gaiman's American Gods, these readers revel in witty protagonists, magical elements, and epic adventures.

4.4

60,287 ratings

82%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The Iron Druid Chronicles series, which includes Hammered, draws on various mythological pantheons and weaves them into modern-day scenarios.

Kevin Hearne, the author of the series, is known for incorporating humorous dialogue and pop culture references throughout the books, adding a light-hearted element to the fantasy narrative.

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The protagonist of the series, Atticus O'Sullivan, is a 2,100-year-old Druid living in present-day Arizona, which serves as a unique setting blending ancient magic with contemporary life.

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Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Arizona • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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