The First Wall (Siege of Terra Vol. 3) - Gav Thorpe

The First Wall by Gav Thorpe is the third volume in the epic The Siege of Terra, the cataclysmic conclusion of the The Horus Heresy.

As Horus’ Traitor Legions tighten their grip on Holy Terra, the defenders of the Imperial Palace prepare for the inevitable. The mighty walls that have stood for millennia are about to be tested—and broken. Amid the thunder of artillery and the roar of daemons, loyalties fracture and impossible decisions must be made.

Focusing on both legendary heroes and ordinary soldiers, The First Wall captures the moment when the war for Terra shifts from defense to desperation. Gav Thorpe delivers a story of sacrifice, duty, and tragic inevitability, showing how even the greatest fortifications cannot withstand betrayal from within.

Main Themes

• The breach of Terra’s legendary defenses
• Loyalty, betrayal, and tragic choice
• The human cost of total war
• Faith, duty, and sacrifice
• The turning point of the Siege of Terra

Why You Should Read This Book by Gav Thorpe

• A crucial turning point in the Siege of Terra saga
• Expands key events of the Horus Heresy finale
• Combines epic warfare with personal tragedy
• Written by a veteran Warhammer 40,000 author
• Essential reading for Warhammer lore enthusiasts

The First Wall (Siege of Terra Vol. 3) is a powerful and somber chapter in the Warhammer 40,000 mythos, marking the moment when Terra’s fall becomes inevitable. With relentless tension, emotional weight, and galaxy-shaping consequences, Gav Thorpe delivers a novel that stands as a cornerstone of the Siege of Terra series and a must-read for fans of grimdark science fiction.