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thecandiegirl's review against another edition
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Blood, Kidnapping, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Cursing
jalynne's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Sexual assault
autumnnraynnn's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape
mlander's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape
jaydarjoker's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, and Gaslighting
manudonato's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
tense
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Sexual violence
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Incest and Cannibalism
lindsayvandamme's review against another edition
dark
funny
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
frantic_vampire's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
slow-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? It's complicated
5.0
I loved this so much! For some reason I didn’t know what to expect going into Lore Olympus but it certainly wasn’t this. It was equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking and I just wanted to eat it all up. The artwork is beautiful and I loved how each character had a unique color that was all their own. And the way the art style shifted for different scenes was so fluid and blended so beautifully together. This is one of the best retellings of Greek mythology that I’ve read in a long time. It doesn’t take itself too seriously and it’s got a lot of fun, silly little scenes. But it’s also got its darker moments too. I loved Hades and Persephone and I can’t wait to see what else this series has in store! Lore Olympus vol 1 is getting five stars.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Emotional abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment
tmholsman_1994's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Sexual content
presidentwolf's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
CW: Greek gods were bad people who did many bad things.
I've seen a number of comic artists returning to the vast well of Greek Myth to retell stories with a personal touch. Smythe's touch is a modern twist surrounding the relationship of Hades and Persephone. I found it very well written with interesting compelling characters that reflect well on their ancient counterparts. No punches are pulled - gods can be very brutal. Even in just this first volume, you clearly see how they easily represent the worst in us. Aphrodite drugs and kidnaps a number of women who she believes challenge her title of the most beautiful. Most of the male gods are characterized as adulterous. Apollo rapes someone.
All of this is the backdrop for the slow burn of Hades and Persephone first meeting and becoming curious about one another.
I've seen a number of comic artists returning to the vast well of Greek Myth to retell stories with a personal touch. Smythe's touch is a modern twist surrounding the relationship of Hades and Persephone. I found it very well written with interesting compelling characters that reflect well on their ancient counterparts. No punches are pulled - gods can be very brutal. Even in just this first volume, you clearly see how they easily represent the worst in us. Aphrodite drugs and kidnaps a number of women who she believes challenge her title of the most beautiful. Most of the male gods are characterized as adulterous. Apollo rapes someone.
All of this is the backdrop for the slow burn of Hades and Persephone first meeting and becoming curious about one another.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, and Toxic relationship