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Synopsis
For years, fans have been clamouring for novels about the Horus Heresy - the bloody civil war that set Space Marine against Space Marine and nearly spelled the end of mankind at the hands of the traitor Horus. 'False Gods' takes the epic story onwards as Horus struggles to keep his armies in line and the seeds of his downfall are sown.
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Horus Heresy - False Gods: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This is intense military sci-fi featuring graphic violence, brutal warfare between genetically-enhanced supersoldiers, and the psychological deterioration of a legendary hero into a traitor. The civil war setting includes mass casualties and dark themes of corruption.
What to know going in
This book has graphic violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include graphic violence, murder, and mass death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Fans of epic space battles and the Warhammer 40K universe will follow the tragic descent of Horus as he turns against humanity.