The Spear Cuts Through Water
- 576 pages
- 21 hours of reading
Two warriors shepherd an ancient god across a broken land to end the tyrannical reign of a royal family in this epic fantasy from the author of The Vanished Birds.
Simon Jimenez, author of the debut novel The Vanished Birds, explores profound questions of the human condition through his distinctive literary voice. His short fiction, appearing in notable publications, hints at the depth of his talent. Jimenez's approach to writing is characterized by its poetic prose and ability to craft immersive worlds.


Two warriors shepherd an ancient god across a broken land to end the tyrannical reign of a royal family in this epic fantasy from the author of The Vanished Birds.
Bold, lyrical and imaginative, this space opera is a must for fans of Becky Chambers and Alastair Reynolds