The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
mimlleigh's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-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? It's complicated
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Sexual content
Moderate: Rape
A cute novel that was a quick read. I found the personalities of the main mortal characters annoying. I didn’t like how the author reimagined some of the gods - especially Persephone. But l always enjoy a nice modern retelling of Greek Myth.johnnytest's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
Longer than it looks due to small margins and text but a good read. Made me laugh a couple times and did actually touch on some serious topics.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Death
Moderate: Incest
Minor: Rape and Suicidal thoughts
anniestro's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, Incest, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, and Sexual violence
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
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
_tabby_'s review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
SUCH A GOOD BOOKÂ
Its so funny and I love the concept that Marie Phillips decided to base the book on. The gods are just as you expect them to be in the modern world and there are little surprises. Mainly follows Apollo and Artemis as the main gods which I love bc they've been my favourite since I first discovered my love for Greek mythology- yes Apollo is still as awful as he is when it comes to relationships in the traditional myths (Aphrodite doesn't play a major role to the plot but I love her and she's very present. Probably the third main god paid attention to which is nice for a change)
The ending is very short but I was more interested in the gods just doing human stuff so I wasn't so bothered about thatÂ
Would definitely read again and I'm so glad I found it
Its so funny and I love the concept that Marie Phillips decided to base the book on. The gods are just as you expect them to be in the modern world and there are little surprises. Mainly follows Apollo and Artemis as the main gods which I love bc they've been my favourite since I first discovered my love for Greek mythology- yes Apollo is still as awful as he is when it comes to relationships in the traditional myths (Aphrodite doesn't play a major role to the plot but I love her and she's very present. Probably the third main god paid attention to which is nice for a change)
The ending is very short but I was more interested in the gods just doing human stuff so I wasn't so bothered about thatÂ
Would definitely read again and I'm so glad I found it
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
Minor: Incest and Rape
arthisthoe's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
this was the weirdest retelling i've read so far.... so many reviews call it a comedy, but it didn't really vibe with my sense of humor. i enjoyed it for sure, but it's weird. i wish it expanded less on the lives of the human characters and more on the problems of the gods. also ... apollo is a hot mess but it wasn't allll his fault ... r.i.p apollo lol
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Death
Minor: Stalking
bexh's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Incest, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, and Death
Moderate: Alcohol
vanhalenreads's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This was probably one of the most interesting Greek mythology retellings I have ever read--and I've read a lot of them. In a way, it was also one of the more accurate retellings in terms of how the gods were portrayed. Despite living in the 21st century with all of its progressiveness and change, the gods are still as vulgar, spiteful, and uncaring as ever. It makes for an engaging, delightful read. The dynamic between two "Average Joe" mortals and these Olympians long past their prime is something you'll wish you had more of. Gods Behaving Badly takes you on a journey that you weren't quite prepared for, but you'll be happy you took when all is said and done. Also, I love Artemis. She deserves the world.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Death, Incest, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
kaitbeth's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Grief
Minor: Sexual assault