The Lost Hero, the first book in Rick Riordan’s Heroes of Olympus series, follows three demigods—Jason, Piper, and Leo—as they embark on a quest to rescue the goddess Hera and unravel Jason’s lost memories. Along their journey, they face formidable enemies and unearth secrets about their parentage and destinies.
Mythology by Edith Hamilton is an acclaimed introduction to the Greek, Roman, and Norse mythologies. The book explores in detail the nature of these stories, their characters, and the influence of such myths on Western culture. It provides insights into classical myths, highlighting their relevance in understanding human nature, fate, and the divine.
A Court of Thorns and Roses is a high fantasy novel by Sarah J. Maas. The story follows Feyre, a young woman whose life changes dramatically after she kills a wolf in the forest. After she is taken to a magical land for the murder of a faerie, Feyre discovers that her captor, Tamlin, is not an animal, but one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled their world. As Feyre dwells on his estate, her feelings for Tamlin transform from icy hostility into a fiery passion that burns through every lie and warning she’s been told about the beautiful, dangerous world of the Fae.
An insightful exploration of myths and their power in shaping human culture.
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An intricate tapestry of memoir and myth exploring Chinese-American female identity.
An intricate tale of the lord of dreams and his impact on worlds beyond and within.
A comprehensive collection charting the growth of a Nobel laureate poet.
Unveils the universal narrative of the hero’s journey across world myths.