This was fun. I enjoy YA greek mythology stories because they tend to focus on the adventure side of lore. While this book is entirely quest driven, I also appreciate the more complex nature of the gods that is shown.
I mean, the world of greek myths is a violent place and this story definitely shows that side of it. I think it made this version of the underworld that the characters experienced that much more dangerous and exciting which made everything feel more high stakes, which I liked. I also like how this doesn't retell a specific greek myth, but just takes place in the world in general. It allows for a lot of creative room, which I think the author used quite nicely.
My only complaint would be the characters themselves. They're a little weak, a little inconsistent. I don't think the characterisation was the best. but its not the worst, either, so there’s that.
Overall, a pretty strong and entertaining start to a series!
I mean, the world of greek myths is a violent place and this story definitely shows that side of it. I think it made this version of the underworld that the characters experienced that much more dangerous and exciting which made everything feel more high stakes, which I liked. I also like how this doesn't retell a specific greek myth, but just takes place in the world in general. It allows for a lot of creative room, which I think the author used quite nicely.
My only complaint would be the characters themselves. They're a little weak, a little inconsistent. I don't think the characterisation was the best. but its not the worst, either, so there’s that.
Overall, a pretty strong and entertaining start to a series!