The Scourge of Godspear

Dean Kinne's debut novel, The Scourge of Godspear, introduces the reader to the island of Vidrey where gigantic trees called godspears, grow. It is here we meet Ralm, heir to the office of overseer. The responsibilities of overseer are vast, encompassing roles of mediator, organizer and leader, all of which Ralm wants nothing to do with. He's content with idling his days in the forests surrounding his island village. Unfortunately, his father Brun, was deposed of his position as overseer and as