Cadian Blood

Warhammer 40,000

By: Aaron Dembski-Bowden

Narrated by: Michael Geary

An Astra Militarum Novel

When the Imperial shrine world of Kathur is blighted by Chaos, the brave Guardsmen of Cadia are sent to reclaim it. Yet, they cannot imagine what lies ahead...

Listen to it because....

Aaron Dembski-Bowden's first novel, Cadian Blood is a Black Library classic, pitting a force of plucky Guardsmen from Cadia against a zombie apocalypse.

The story:

When the Imperial shrine world of Kathur is blighted by Chaos, the brave Guardsmen of Cadia are sent to reclaim it. The plague of Nurgle has set in deeply on the planet, forcing the Cadians into battle with an innumerable legion of the infected. In the midst of battle, Captain Parmenion Thade is thrust into an unlikely commanding role. Yet he cannot imagine what lies ahead on Kathur, and just how important it will be to ensure victory there.

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A little simplistic, throwback to the old books

I would have liked a little more meat on the bones for this book. Introducing interesting characters just to kill them off is annoying. Telling me that certain characters die in the future is annoying, and using big named bad guys who can’t possibly fail in a meaningful way because they are cornerstones of the lore is a strange choice. The twist at the end was delightful, but it was juxtaposed with what was basically a straight line of a story.

What A IG Novel Should Feel Like

Overwhelming odds, insane Leadership decisions, Space Marines are there and sufficiently awesome, but do not steal the spotlight. Nurgle is always a fun antagonist, and I liked how Typhus was there as a looming threat. It may sound stupid, but the wins of the Guard felt earned - that is how humanity in 40k can overcome the awful threats from everywhere. Dogged determination and simply having more bodies to throw at a problem then the enemy.

classic

very much enjoyed this. kinda what Warhammer is supposed to be. no DEI hires in this one. well.. one. but they was cool

epic 40k story

amazing story that follows some really awesome characters with good development. death guard, kasrkin, cadians all make an appearance.

the interactions between the characters were rich and fullfilling. they stole every scene and carries this book.

it jumps around perspectives or pov within the same chapter. Made some scenes a bit uard to follow tbh. otherwise a solid story