The Gods have been dormant for thousands of years, all but forgotten. Magic is almost gone from the world. A chance encounter sparks the awakening of the Gods and the rebirth of a dangerous ancient magic. Out of the chaos, a small group of warriors will make history and change the world forever: Atillus, a young prince obsessed with taking back his birthright from those who stole it from him; Aella, a brilliant warrior intent on destroying a tyrant with the power of a God; Dakesh, an exile determined to become a great hero in a strange and terrifying new land; And Athanasius, a young loner betrayed by the one person he thought he could trust. The Gods are awakening, magic is returning, and war is coming to Pandeia. The Gods are resuming their ancient battle again, and a new generation of heroes is emerging. Gods and Heroes: Rise of Fire is an epic new fantasy novel by Canberra author Brendan Wright.