
Jon Shannow
2 books
Here are 2 books from the Jon Shannow series by David Gemmell. Start with Wolf in Shadow (1987), then read the rest in the order below.
Books in order
Wolf in Shadow
David Gemmell
Three centuries after a cataclysmic upheaval drowned much of the old world, humanity survives amid lawless wastelands, scattered settlements, and the remnants of a forgotten civilization. Jon Shannow, a relentless gunfighter known as the Jerusalem Man, journeys through this brutal landscape, defending the helpless while pursuing a vision of a legendary holy city. As ancient powers and deadly enemies emerge, his quest becomes a test of faith, justice, redemption, and the cost of violence. Blending post-apocalyptic adventure with heroic fantasy, the novel showcases David Gemmell’s stark, emotionally charged style and memorable larger-than-life characters.

The Last Guardian
David Gemmell
A rupture in time brings the brutal forces of a forgotten age into the present, threatening to unleash an evil capable of destroying both worlds. At the center of the crisis stands Jon Shannow, a haunted warrior whose courage and uncompromising sense of justice have earned him the name Last Guardian. As enemies from the past close in and ancient powers gather, he must confront violence, destiny, and the terrible cost of protecting humanity. This fast-paced epic fantasy blends mythic adventure with moral complexity and the enduring struggle between redemption and darkness.