The second in a collection of post-apocalyptic graphic novels, in the vein of a futuristic, post-civilization The Odyssey or Viking saga! Following the destruction of civilisation, a new hero has arisen: Tundran. Like a prehistoric Beowulf or post-nuclear Armageddon Conan, he must battle to overcome goddess lovers, mutants, monsters - to return home as a liberator.

This fourth volume in The First Kingdom series concludes the first galaxy-sprawling chapter in the lifetime's work of one the comic industry's greatest secrets! The war between humanity and the news gods takes as ugly twist as the demi-deities begin to experiment combining human flesh with robot technology. The result is a new twist in the catastrophic battle between the gods and their creations!

In a shocking twist, the final volume of The First Kingdom leaps into the present day, as a tortured modern man grapples with the questions at the heart of the universe - and a titanic secret that could tear all reality apart! With a dozen mysterious organizations on his tail, this semi-autobiographical Da Vinci Code-style tale takes The First Kingdom into its most intimate - and most mind-blowing - territory ever. Face Jack Katz's struggle to get his epic storyline onto paper across the last forty years - and witness everything it has cost him in the process. Expand your mind with the incredible philosophies contained within! Will the secrets of reality be revealed - or suppressed? Find out - only in the stunning conclusion!

💥 The next BRAND NEW epic historical adventure from bestseller Donovan Cook 🛡️ Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy. ⚔️A storm is coming. A storm that will banish the old and deliver the new.450AD, BritainOcta has the spear of Woden, but the redemption he sought is out of his grasp. With his banishment and the death of his father, he can no longer return to his Saxon homelands. His only salvation is to join forces with Hengist and Horsa, and their Jutish army that beaches itself on Brittania’s shores on King Vortigern's invitation. But can he trust their motivation or are there greater plans afoot?When Prince Vortimer, the son of High King Vortigern suspects treachery and encouraged by some well-placed words of a stranger, he rebels against his father and gathers his army to attack the unwelcome visitors.However, the Gods have their own plans and his fate is not his own to control. War is coming to Britannia and as Octa struggles to understand his role, he knows he has one question to answer. Will he run or will he stand and fight?The continuation of the epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥The continuation of Donovan Cook’s thrilling Dark Age series.🛡️ A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy⚔️450AD BritainniaThe war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, Vortimer believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

The start of a BRAND NEW thrilling Dark Age series from bestselling author Donovan Cook, must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy ⚔️'A shield crunching epic! Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed' Peter Gibbons ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Banished by those he loved; how far would he go for redemption?449AD Old SaxonyOcta, the son of a mighty Saxon warlord, stands in the shield wall for the first time, eager to make a name for himself. But instead of the promised battle glory, fear overpowers him and he flees the battle, causing the death of his cousin and bringing shame to his family.Disowned by his father, and hunted by his own people, Octa is spurred on by his mother’s vision for his future, a promise of greatness to come.A chance encounter with a wiry traveller offers Octa a chance of redemption with a quest to retrieve a sacred weapon. To do this, Octa must travel to Britannia, a nation abandoned by the Roman Empire and unable to defend itself from its many enemies who smell weakness and riches.Joining the famous warlords, Hengist and Horsa, Octa travels west to forge his future and redeem his past. He must succeed where others have failed. He must find the lost spear of Woden.An epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Woden's Spear'A spell-binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'A super fun and exhilarating read 5* - Reader Review'Cook writes with verve and imagination, bringing to life the dark ages in all their horror and violence' - Michael Jecks'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Pulse-pounding action scenes and a truly memorable main character make this a riveting read that fans of Cornwell and Harffy will love!' - Steven A McKay'A thrilling, and surprisingly moving, tale of the origins of England, woven with picaresque adventure seamed by threads of myth and legend: the All-Father approves this book.' - Edoardo Albert'If you love Celtic and Norse Mythology, you'll love Wooden's Spear! The characters are amazing and storyline had me hooked! I'm looking forward to answers throughout the remaining adventures.' - Reader Review

The start of a BRAND NEW thrilling Dark Age series from bestselling author Donovan Cook, must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy ⚔️'A shield crunching epic! Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed' Peter Gibbons ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Banished by those he loved; how far would he go for redemption?449AD Old SaxonyOcta, the son of a mighty Saxon warlord, stands in the shield wall for the first time, eager to make a name for himself. But instead of the promised battle glory, fear overpowers him and he flees the battle, causing the death of his cousin and bringing shame to his family.Disowned by his father, and hunted by his own people, Octa is spurred on by his mother’s vision for his future, a promise of greatness to come.A chance encounter with a wiry traveller offers Octa a chance of redemption with a quest to retrieve a sacred weapon. To do this, Octa must travel to Britannia, a nation abandoned by the Roman Empire and unable to defend itself from its many enemies who smell weakness and riches.Joining the famous warlords, Hengist and Horsa, Octa travels west to forge his future and redeem his past. He must succeed where others have failed. He must find the lost spear of Woden.An epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Woden's Spear'A spell-binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'A super fun and exhilarating read 5* - Reader Review'Cook writes with verve and imagination, bringing to life the dark ages in all their horror and violence' - Michael Jecks'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Pulse-pounding action scenes and a truly memorable main character make this a riveting read that fans of Cornwell and Harffy will love!' - Steven A McKay'A thrilling, and surprisingly moving, tale of the origins of England, woven with picaresque adventure seamed by threads of myth and legend: the All-Father approves this book.' - Edoardo Albert'If you love Celtic and Norse Mythology, you'll love Wooden's Spear! The characters are amazing and storyline had me hooked! I'm looking forward to answers throughout the remaining adventures.' - Reader Review

The start of a BRAND NEW thrilling Dark Age series from bestselling author Donovan Cook, must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy ⚔️'A shield crunching epic! Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed' Peter Gibbons ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Banished by those he loved; how far would he go for redemption?449AD Old SaxonyOcta, the son of a mighty Saxon warlord, stands in the shield wall for the first time, eager to make a name for himself. But instead of the promised battle glory, fear overpowers him and he flees the battle, causing the death of his cousin and bringing shame to his family.Disowned by his father, and hunted by his own people, Octa is spurred on by his mother’s vision for his future, a promise of greatness to come.A chance encounter with a wiry traveller offers Octa a chance of redemption with a quest to retrieve a sacred weapon. To do this, Octa must travel to Britannia, a nation abandoned by the Roman Empire and unable to defend itself from its many enemies who smell weakness and riches.Joining the famous warlords, Hengist and Horsa, Octa travels west to forge his future and redeem his past. He must succeed where others have failed. He must find the lost spear of Woden.An epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Woden's Spear'A spell-binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'A super fun and exhilarating read 5* - Reader Review'Cook writes with verve and imagination, bringing to life the dark ages in all their horror and violence' - Michael Jecks'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Pulse-pounding action scenes and a truly memorable main character make this a riveting read that fans of Cornwell and Harffy will love!' - Steven A McKay'A thrilling, and surprisingly moving, tale of the origins of England, woven with picaresque adventure seamed by threads of myth and legend: the All-Father approves this book.' - Edoardo Albert'If you love Celtic and Norse Mythology, you'll love Wooden's Spear! The characters are amazing and storyline had me hooked! I'm looking forward to answers throughout the remaining adventures.' - Reader Review

💥 The next BRAND NEW epic historical adventure from bestseller Donovan Cook 🛡️ Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy. ⚔️A storm is coming. A storm that will banish the old and deliver the new.450AD, BritainOcta has the spear of Woden, but the redemption he sought is out of his grasp. With his banishment and the death of his father, he can no longer return to his Saxon homelands. His only salvation is to join forces with Hengist and Horsa, and their Jutish army that beaches itself on Brittania’s shores on King Vortigern's invitation. But can he trust their motivation or are there greater plans afoot?When Prince Vortimer, the son of High King Vortigern suspects treachery and encouraged by some well-placed words of a stranger, he rebels against his father and gathers his army to attack the unwelcome visitors.However, the Gods have their own plans and his fate is not his own to control. War is coming to Britannia and as Octa struggles to understand his role, he knows he has one question to answer. Will he run or will he stand and fight?The continuation of the epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥 The next BRAND NEW epic historical adventure from bestseller Donovan Cook 🛡️ Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy. ⚔️A storm is coming. A storm that will banish the old and deliver the new.450AD, BritainOcta has the spear of Woden, but the redemption he sought is out of his grasp. With his banishment and the death of his father, he can no longer return to his Saxon homelands. His only salvation is to join forces with Hengist and Horsa, and their Jutish army that beaches itself on Brittania’s shores on King Vortigern's invitation. But can he trust their motivation or are there greater plans afoot?When Prince Vortimer, the son of High King Vortigern suspects treachery and encouraged by some well-placed words of a stranger, he rebels against his father and gathers his army to attack the unwelcome visitors.However, the Gods have their own plans and his fate is not his own to control. War is coming to Britannia and as Octa struggles to understand his role, he knows he has one question to answer. Will he run or will he stand and fight?The continuation of the epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥 The next BRAND NEW epic historical adventure from bestseller Donovan Cook 🛡️ Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy. ⚔️A storm is coming. A storm that will banish the old and deliver the new.450AD, BritainOcta has the spear of Woden, but the redemption he sought is out of his grasp. With his banishment and the death of his father, he can no longer return to his Saxon homelands. His only salvation is to join forces with Hengist and Horsa, and their Jutish army that beaches itself on Brittania’s shores on King Vortigern's invitation. But can he trust their motivation or are there greater plans afoot?When Prince Vortimer, the son of High King Vortigern suspects treachery and encouraged by some well-placed words of a stranger, he rebels against his father and gathers his army to attack the unwelcome visitors.However, the Gods have their own plans and his fate is not his own to control. War is coming to Britannia and as Octa struggles to understand his role, he knows he has one question to answer. Will he run or will he stand and fight?The continuation of the epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥The continuation of Donovan Cook’s thrilling Dark Age series.🛡️ A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy⚔️450AD BritainniaThe war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, Vortimer believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥The continuation of Donovan Cook’s thrilling Dark Age series.🛡️ A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy⚔️450AD BritainniaThe war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, Vortimer believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥The continuation of Donovan Cook’s thrilling Dark Age series.🛡️ A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy⚔️450AD BritainniaThe war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, Vortimer believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

The third volume in the saga created by one of the most unique visionaries in the history of the graphic novel. In a far and vastly-mutated future, human champion Tundran and his offspring continue to find themselves pawns in a universe-sized game between a new pantheon of gods, demi-gods and monsters! Modelled on the Homeric epics, this is the graphic novel equivalent of Paradise Lost - a grandstanding future epic, part space opera, part creation myth, with a dab of pulp sword & sorcery fantasy thrown in!SETTING: Post-apocalyptic future

The second in a collection of post-apocalyptic graphic novels, in the vein of a futuristic, post-civilization The Odyssey or Viking saga! Following the destruction of civilisation, a new hero has arisen: Tundran. Like a prehistoric Beowulf or post-nuclear Armageddon Conan, he must battle to overcome goddess lovers, mutants, monsters - to return home as a liberator.

This fourth volume in The First Kingdom series concludes the first galaxy-sprawling chapter in the lifetime's work of one the comic industry's greatest secrets! The war between humanity and the news gods takes as ugly twist as the demi-deities begin to experiment combining human flesh with robot technology. The result is a new twist in the catastrophic battle between the gods and their creations!

In a shocking twist, the final volume of The First Kingdom leaps into the present day, as a tortured modern man grapples with the questions at the heart of the universe - and a titanic secret that could tear all reality apart! With a dozen mysterious organizations on his tail, this semi-autobiographical Da Vinci Code-style tale takes The First Kingdom into its most intimate - and most mind-blowing - territory ever. Face Jack Katz's struggle to get his epic storyline onto paper across the last forty years - and witness everything it has cost him in the process. Expand your mind with the incredible philosophies contained within! Will the secrets of reality be revealed - or suppressed? Find out - only in the stunning conclusion!

💥 The next BRAND NEW epic historical adventure from bestseller Donovan Cook 🛡️ Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy. ⚔️A storm is coming. A storm that will banish the old and deliver the new.450AD, BritainOcta has the spear of Woden, but the redemption he sought is out of his grasp. With his banishment and the death of his father, he can no longer return to his Saxon homelands. His only salvation is to join forces with Hengist and Horsa, and their Jutish army that beaches itself on Brittania’s shores on King Vortigern's invitation. But can he trust their motivation or are there greater plans afoot?When Prince Vortimer, the son of High King Vortigern suspects treachery and encouraged by some well-placed words of a stranger, he rebels against his father and gathers his army to attack the unwelcome visitors.However, the Gods have their own plans and his fate is not his own to control. War is coming to Britannia and as Octa struggles to understand his role, he knows he has one question to answer. Will he run or will he stand and fight?The continuation of the epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥The continuation of Donovan Cook’s thrilling Dark Age series.🛡️ A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy⚔️450AD BritainniaThe war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, Vortimer believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

The start of a BRAND NEW thrilling Dark Age series from bestselling author Donovan Cook, must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy ⚔️'A shield crunching epic! Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed' Peter Gibbons ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Banished by those he loved; how far would he go for redemption?449AD Old SaxonyOcta, the son of a mighty Saxon warlord, stands in the shield wall for the first time, eager to make a name for himself. But instead of the promised battle glory, fear overpowers him and he flees the battle, causing the death of his cousin and bringing shame to his family.Disowned by his father, and hunted by his own people, Octa is spurred on by his mother’s vision for his future, a promise of greatness to come.A chance encounter with a wiry traveller offers Octa a chance of redemption with a quest to retrieve a sacred weapon. To do this, Octa must travel to Britannia, a nation abandoned by the Roman Empire and unable to defend itself from its many enemies who smell weakness and riches.Joining the famous warlords, Hengist and Horsa, Octa travels west to forge his future and redeem his past. He must succeed where others have failed. He must find the lost spear of Woden.An epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Woden's Spear'A spell-binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'A super fun and exhilarating read 5* - Reader Review'Cook writes with verve and imagination, bringing to life the dark ages in all their horror and violence' - Michael Jecks'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Pulse-pounding action scenes and a truly memorable main character make this a riveting read that fans of Cornwell and Harffy will love!' - Steven A McKay'A thrilling, and surprisingly moving, tale of the origins of England, woven with picaresque adventure seamed by threads of myth and legend: the All-Father approves this book.' - Edoardo Albert'If you love Celtic and Norse Mythology, you'll love Wooden's Spear! The characters are amazing and storyline had me hooked! I'm looking forward to answers throughout the remaining adventures.' - Reader Review

The start of a BRAND NEW thrilling Dark Age series from bestselling author Donovan Cook, must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy ⚔️'A shield crunching epic! Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed' Peter Gibbons ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Banished by those he loved; how far would he go for redemption?449AD Old SaxonyOcta, the son of a mighty Saxon warlord, stands in the shield wall for the first time, eager to make a name for himself. But instead of the promised battle glory, fear overpowers him and he flees the battle, causing the death of his cousin and bringing shame to his family.Disowned by his father, and hunted by his own people, Octa is spurred on by his mother’s vision for his future, a promise of greatness to come.A chance encounter with a wiry traveller offers Octa a chance of redemption with a quest to retrieve a sacred weapon. To do this, Octa must travel to Britannia, a nation abandoned by the Roman Empire and unable to defend itself from its many enemies who smell weakness and riches.Joining the famous warlords, Hengist and Horsa, Octa travels west to forge his future and redeem his past. He must succeed where others have failed. He must find the lost spear of Woden.An epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Woden's Spear'A spell-binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'A super fun and exhilarating read 5* - Reader Review'Cook writes with verve and imagination, bringing to life the dark ages in all their horror and violence' - Michael Jecks'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Pulse-pounding action scenes and a truly memorable main character make this a riveting read that fans of Cornwell and Harffy will love!' - Steven A McKay'A thrilling, and surprisingly moving, tale of the origins of England, woven with picaresque adventure seamed by threads of myth and legend: the All-Father approves this book.' - Edoardo Albert'If you love Celtic and Norse Mythology, you'll love Wooden's Spear! The characters are amazing and storyline had me hooked! I'm looking forward to answers throughout the remaining adventures.' - Reader Review

The start of a BRAND NEW thrilling Dark Age series from bestselling author Donovan Cook, must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy ⚔️'A shield crunching epic! Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed' Peter Gibbons ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Banished by those he loved; how far would he go for redemption?449AD Old SaxonyOcta, the son of a mighty Saxon warlord, stands in the shield wall for the first time, eager to make a name for himself. But instead of the promised battle glory, fear overpowers him and he flees the battle, causing the death of his cousin and bringing shame to his family.Disowned by his father, and hunted by his own people, Octa is spurred on by his mother’s vision for his future, a promise of greatness to come.A chance encounter with a wiry traveller offers Octa a chance of redemption with a quest to retrieve a sacred weapon. To do this, Octa must travel to Britannia, a nation abandoned by the Roman Empire and unable to defend itself from its many enemies who smell weakness and riches.Joining the famous warlords, Hengist and Horsa, Octa travels west to forge his future and redeem his past. He must succeed where others have failed. He must find the lost spear of Woden.An epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Woden's Spear'A spell-binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'A super fun and exhilarating read 5* - Reader Review'Cook writes with verve and imagination, bringing to life the dark ages in all their horror and violence' - Michael Jecks'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Pulse-pounding action scenes and a truly memorable main character make this a riveting read that fans of Cornwell and Harffy will love!' - Steven A McKay'A thrilling, and surprisingly moving, tale of the origins of England, woven with picaresque adventure seamed by threads of myth and legend: the All-Father approves this book.' - Edoardo Albert'If you love Celtic and Norse Mythology, you'll love Wooden's Spear! The characters are amazing and storyline had me hooked! I'm looking forward to answers throughout the remaining adventures.' - Reader Review

💥 The next BRAND NEW epic historical adventure from bestseller Donovan Cook 🛡️ Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy. ⚔️A storm is coming. A storm that will banish the old and deliver the new.450AD, BritainOcta has the spear of Woden, but the redemption he sought is out of his grasp. With his banishment and the death of his father, he can no longer return to his Saxon homelands. His only salvation is to join forces with Hengist and Horsa, and their Jutish army that beaches itself on Brittania’s shores on King Vortigern's invitation. But can he trust their motivation or are there greater plans afoot?When Prince Vortimer, the son of High King Vortigern suspects treachery and encouraged by some well-placed words of a stranger, he rebels against his father and gathers his army to attack the unwelcome visitors.However, the Gods have their own plans and his fate is not his own to control. War is coming to Britannia and as Octa struggles to understand his role, he knows he has one question to answer. Will he run or will he stand and fight?The continuation of the epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥 The next BRAND NEW epic historical adventure from bestseller Donovan Cook 🛡️ Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy. ⚔️A storm is coming. A storm that will banish the old and deliver the new.450AD, BritainOcta has the spear of Woden, but the redemption he sought is out of his grasp. With his banishment and the death of his father, he can no longer return to his Saxon homelands. His only salvation is to join forces with Hengist and Horsa, and their Jutish army that beaches itself on Brittania’s shores on King Vortigern's invitation. But can he trust their motivation or are there greater plans afoot?When Prince Vortimer, the son of High King Vortigern suspects treachery and encouraged by some well-placed words of a stranger, he rebels against his father and gathers his army to attack the unwelcome visitors.However, the Gods have their own plans and his fate is not his own to control. War is coming to Britannia and as Octa struggles to understand his role, he knows he has one question to answer. Will he run or will he stand and fight?The continuation of the epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥 The next BRAND NEW epic historical adventure from bestseller Donovan Cook 🛡️ Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy. ⚔️A storm is coming. A storm that will banish the old and deliver the new.450AD, BritainOcta has the spear of Woden, but the redemption he sought is out of his grasp. With his banishment and the death of his father, he can no longer return to his Saxon homelands. His only salvation is to join forces with Hengist and Horsa, and their Jutish army that beaches itself on Brittania’s shores on King Vortigern's invitation. But can he trust their motivation or are there greater plans afoot?When Prince Vortimer, the son of High King Vortigern suspects treachery and encouraged by some well-placed words of a stranger, he rebels against his father and gathers his army to attack the unwelcome visitors.However, the Gods have their own plans and his fate is not his own to control. War is coming to Britannia and as Octa struggles to understand his role, he knows he has one question to answer. Will he run or will he stand and fight?The continuation of the epic adventure of turmoil, coming of age and survival set against a time when Britannia was on its knees and fighting for its very existence.Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥The continuation of Donovan Cook’s thrilling Dark Age series.🛡️ A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy⚔️450AD BritainniaThe war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, Vortimer believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥The continuation of Donovan Cook’s thrilling Dark Age series.🛡️ A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy⚔️450AD BritainniaThe war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, Vortimer believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

💥The continuation of Donovan Cook’s thrilling Dark Age series.🛡️ A must-read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy⚔️450AD BritainniaThe war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, Vortimer believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?Praise for Donovan Cook:'Woden’s Spear is yet another shield crunching epic from Donovan Cook. Any reader who loves battle, Saxons, warriors and adventures won’t be disappointed! A spell binding tale of early Britain certain to keep pages turning and readers entertained.' - Peter Gibbons'Cook gives you thunderous action in a tightly woven plot. An epic adventure from a crumbling empire to a mysterious mist strewn land. Not one to be missed for fans of Cornwell and Kristian.' - Adam Lofthouse'Donovan Cook’s Charlemagne’s Cross series has everything I look for in a tale of the Dark Ages. Adventure and gritty action set against the backdrop of clashing religions and the collision of kingdoms. Great stuff!' - Matthew Harffy'A fabulous Norse tale of family secrets, betrayal and conflict right up until the very last page - I loved it!'- MJ Porter'An action-packed scintillating thriller. Pacy, raw, violent fayre, with a cast of characters you'll swiftly loathe or admire - you'll think you're in the shield wall' - Ross Greenwood

The third volume in the saga created by one of the most unique visionaries in the history of the graphic novel. In a far and vastly-mutated future, human champion Tundran and his offspring continue to find themselves pawns in a universe-sized game between a new pantheon of gods, demi-gods and monsters! Modelled on the Homeric epics, this is the graphic novel equivalent of Paradise Lost - a grandstanding future epic, part space opera, part creation myth, with a dab of pulp sword & sorcery fantasy thrown in!SETTING: Post-apocalyptic future