John Stratton is the protagonist of Duncan Falconer’s series of grimdark fantasy novels, known for its brutal realism and morally grey characters. The series explores a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a cataclysmic event, focusing on a veteran soldier’s descent into violence and despair as he navigates a treacherous landscape of warring factions and ancient horrors. It distinguishes itself through its unflinching depiction of violence and its bleak, cynical worldview.







