Porugl - by John W Kuri (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

In the second book of the Porugl Trilogy, Porugl has returned to Gandia from the Underworld. This is unheard of and his return sparks joy amongst the people. He learns his father has been murdered in his absence.

However, he wishes to start a normal life in Gandia with Maie, a beautiful young woman. He assimilates back into village life, passes his initiation and along the way meets Waine, who crafts an everlasting bow for him. But the Underworld is not done with him yet. Kerwanba's pride has been shattered. She will do anything to end Porugl's life. She sends her minions out to see if there is any man in Kondaland brave enough to carry out her wishes.

But there is no man just a certain young woman.

Everything begins to work out for Kerwanba and the whole of Gandia village is destroyed.

Kerwanba releases her most secret weapon yet.

Review Quotes

A FNWF2023 Award Winner - the Judges said of this book John W Kuri enlivened the ancient myths, fantasy and sorcery of the Greater Pacific to transcend tribal boundaries.

These cultural foundations of tradition, culture and belief systems were created by First Nations peoples all around the world. Judges were "enchanted and horrified in turn, as the memories of youth were re-imagined in these ancient ethereal characters.

This book evokes ancient myths and sorcery of the type found in the acclaimed and award winning Indigenous Australian Cleverman television fantasy series and the recent multi award winner Prey replete with Comanche Native American customs and culture".