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A review by oversherin
Olympus, Texas by Stacey Swann
slow-paced
2.0
I wanted to like this book as I found the first few chapters compelling. I liked the initial descriptions of Olympus Texas and I thought the first portrayal of June and Peter's relationship was unique. However, the rest of the book felt very flat for me. The central "accident" in the plot was so unbelievable, it totally took me out of the story. I was not rooting for any of the characters and their final growth felt contrived.
I was drawn to this book because it was sold as a retelling of classic greek mythology. I am not very familiar with Ovid but I read a few summaries. I see what the author was going for, creating flawed characters that are driven by lust and greed. I just think the story didn't achieve much.
I was drawn to this book because it was sold as a retelling of classic greek mythology. I am not very familiar with Ovid but I read a few summaries. I see what the author was going for, creating flawed characters that are driven by lust and greed. I just think the story didn't achieve much.