The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
withlivjones's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I had a lot of fun reading this book! It imagines the Olympian gods living mundane lives in a dilapidated house in North London and getting up to chaotic antics. Artemis is a dog walker, Apollo is a TV psychic and Eros is a devout Christian for some reason??? None of the characters are particularly likeable but I think that’s the point - it’s all quite lighthearted and fun and silly (apart from the times when it isn’t - do check the content warnings before reading!). The references to lots of famous figures from ancient mythology were pretty clever.Â
If you’re looking for a mythology book that isn’t a typical retelling, with similar vibes as Good Omens, give this book a go!Â
If you’re looking for a mythology book that isn’t a typical retelling, with similar vibes as Good Omens, give this book a go!Â
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Death, Grief, Infidelity, and Sexual content
Moderate: Rape and War
shostakofish's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Kind of raunchy, pretty funny, and cutely emotional at times, this is a fairly standard rom-com immersed in the absurdity of modern day greek gods. A little over the top at times, but also genuinely cute and fun.
The tone is unusual, the closest I could compare it to is "what we do in the shdaows"(although this book is not nearly as high of quality)
Its portrayal of the greek gods is refreshing, but not nice! I have to laugh at reviews that mention they are "unlikeable". Yes, the greek olympian gods ARE incredibly unlikable, hedonistic, and immoral; most of greek mythology would agree. Readers should review trigger warnings before embarking if you're triggered by sensitive topics.
The tone is unusual, the closest I could compare it to is "what we do in the shdaows"(although this book is not nearly as high of quality)
Its portrayal of the greek gods is refreshing, but not nice! I have to laugh at reviews that mention they are "unlikeable". Yes, the greek olympian gods ARE incredibly unlikable, hedonistic, and immoral; most of greek mythology would agree. Readers should review trigger warnings before embarking if you're triggered by sensitive topics.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape, Child death, War, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Rape
captainwinter's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Bit unsure how to rate this, since it wasn’t bad and it wasn’t good. Didn’t find it that funny and it gave more crack!fic vibes than anything. The characters were annoying, and not very well hashed-out. The story was fun to read, though, but it did take a while to pick up. Also for gods who’ve been around forever, some of them really haven’t integrated well into modern society. Apollo mentioning rape that casually was a big no for me. A fun quick read if you want some modern Greek gods living in London!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Incest
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: War, Sexual harassment, and Rape
kadtide's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Death, Incest, and Alcohol
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: War, Body shaming, Child death, Animal death, Dementia, Infidelity, and Rape
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