Release Date: June 26th, 2026
Preorder: https://amzn.to/4bGVHVl
Blurb
I have grown hungry. Grief no longer nourishes me. I will eat the wild.
Whisper your prayers, light your candles, watch your steps, cherish your life, and— most importantly— never let the spirits hear your name.
These were his mother’s rules before she disappeared. And Kazuki followed them, even when a malevolent spirit ripped his father apart. When he decides to go in search of his mother, an encounter with a corrupted bear leaves him weak, wounded, and worst of all, tainted.
With her rules and his father’s sword, he ventures north into the unknown. Demons, spirits, and gods all haunt his steps, and the closer he gets to the truth, the further from himself he becomes. His name forgotten.
Can he find his mother, or will the wild consume him?
Early Reviews
“A dark, lyrical, and captivating journey of loss and identity.” R.A. Sandpiper, author of To Touch a Silent Fury
“If you want a darker Ghibli movie in book form with a touch of Demon Slayer, this is for you!” Z.B. Steele, author of Whispers of the Storm
“Perfect for readers who enjoy atmospheric fantasy, mythological spirits, and character-driven journeys about grief, identity, and self-discovery.”- Zoe on Goodreads
“This is a beautifully written story. If there’s anything that GJ Terral has shown here is that he can write his pants off. I cannot recall highlighting a book as much as I did here.” Max- I Like Fantasy Books
Kickstarter
He Who Ate the Wild: Deluxe Edition Shinto-inspired Fantasy by Gregory Terral — Kickstarter
About the Author
Captivated by fantasy from a young age, I’ve taken that love and have attempted to translate it into compelling stories that blend magic with the mundane. Inspired by George R.R. Martin, Patrick Rothfuss, Joe Abercrombie, Brandon Sanderson, and Tolkien in no specific order.
When I’m not writing, my dog thinks I’m an excellent ball thrower, and my cat thinks I’m a mediocre chew toy, but both take advantage of my availability.
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