The Shattering : Prelude to Cataclysm

The Shattering: Prelude to Cataclysm by Christie Golden is a World of Warcraft novel that serves as a prelude to the Cataclysm game expansion. The story follows Thrall, the wise shaman and former Warchief of the Horde, as he senses a disturbing change in the elemental spirits of Azeroth, which no longer heed the shaman’s call. The book explores escalating tensions between the Horde and the Alliance amidst political upheaval, highlighting key characters like Garrosh Hellscream, Jaina Proudmoore, and Anduin Wrynn. It focuses on character development and the complex relationships within the Warcraft universe just before the world is dramatically reshaped by the Cataclysm event.