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Olympiana #1
Eros
William Shakespeare once wrote that, “Cupid is a knavish lad, thus to make poor females mad.” The trouble is that Cupid himself would probably agree…
As probably the last person in the world who’d appreciate hearts, flowers and romance, Coop is convinced that true love doesn’t exist – which is rather unfortunate considering he’s also known as Cupid, the God of Love. He’d rather spend his days drinking, womanising and generally having as much fun as he possible can. As far as he’s concerned, shooting people with bolts of pure love is a waste of his time…but then his path crosses with that of shy and retiring Skye Sawyer and nothing will ever be quite the same again.
Eros is a seductive re-telling of the classic Greek myth, Cupid and Psyche.
As probably the last person in the world who’d appreciate hearts, flowers and romance, Coop is convinced that true love doesn’t exist – which is rather unfortunate considering he’s also known as Cupid, the God of Love. He’d rather spend his days drinking, womanising and generally having as much fun as he possible can. As far as he’s concerned, shooting people with bolts of pure love is a waste of his time…but then his path crosses with that of shy and retiring Skye Sawyer and nothing will ever be quite the same again.
Eros is a seductive re-telling of the classic Greek myth, Cupid and Psyche.
332 pages, ebook
First published February 12, 2014
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June 7, 2016
THE REVIEW
Why this book?
I'm obsessed with this myth lately
What I thought
This is a modern day retelling of The Cupid & Psyche myth this is most unique retelling yet. It was a fun retelling not my favorite it definitely was an adult retelling which was new. The characters were kinda unlikable to me though not all the time, but I did find myself getting annoyed with them. Oh and I can't express how much I hated Apollo. If you like Greek mythology you should give this one a try though.
Why this book?
I'm obsessed with this myth lately
What I thought
This is a modern day retelling of The Cupid & Psyche myth this is most unique retelling yet. It was a fun retelling not my favorite it definitely was an adult retelling which was new. The characters were kinda unlikable to me though not all the time, but I did find myself getting annoyed with them. Oh and I can't express how much I hated Apollo. If you like Greek mythology you should give this one a try though.
September 2, 2018
3-1/2 ***
As expected, Eros was a fast and fun read.
As expected, Eros was a fast and fun read.
June 4, 2018
This was so fun and cute and I really enjoyed myself in this.
October 10, 2015
4 Star Book Review | Eros by Helen Harper
Eros is a modern re-telling of the Cupid and Psyche myth. Cupid, or Coop as he prefers to be called, has become disillusioned with love and believes that true love doesn't exist if he has to make it happen. Skye unknowingly ends up in the middle of a fight between Coop and Apollo, and suddenly she's thrown into a world of epic proportions and finds true love in the most unexpected way. But Aphrodite won't let just anyone have her son's heart. Only someone she deems worthy will Aphrodite allow to be with Coop, so she puts Skye to the test.
I love reading re-tellings of my favorite tales and the Greek myths are among some of my most favorites. So when I started reading Eros I was really looking forward to seeing how Helen Harper would tell her version of the Cupid and Psyche tale. While I think that there are a few things that could be tweaked here and there, such as the pacing of the story and making sure it's edited a little better, the story at it's heart really drew me in. I thought that it would take me a while to read the book considering it's over 300 pages, but I really flew through it. My favorite part of the story has to be when Skye is given the 4 tasks by Aphrodite to prove that she's worthy of being with Coop. That is the point when the story really felt real - it was the all or nothing point.
Skye was a character that I could really relate to personality wise. She's shy and has trouble reaching out to new people, but once she's comfortable with someone Skye is an outspoken and assertive person. Coop, the god of Love, is apathetic to love and just doesn't believe in it anymore, much to his mother's chagrin. I liked how Coop had this kind of mischievous, playful side to him - that was a different characteristic from other re-tellings I've read. One character, besides the two main characters, that I really liked was Coop's best friend Hermes. That poor dude was caught in the middle of all the drama. It's amazing that he remains sane.
One bigger thing that I didn't really like was the progression of Coop's love for Skye. I can understand Skye realizing her feelings for Coop after he saves her, but I didn't like how it seemed like Coop didn't come to love Skye until after they had sex. I know that the exact time he fell in love with her is explained later in the book, but the way it was written up to that point made it look like he didn't love her until after he had sex with her. So maybe that could have been changed a little, maybe with a bit more emotion added between the points of saving Skye and them having sex.
But other than that, I think that Eros is a great read for anyone who loves story re-tellings and/or the Greek myths.
Originally posted on Once Untold: http://onceuntold.blogspot.com/2015/0...
Eros is a modern re-telling of the Cupid and Psyche myth. Cupid, or Coop as he prefers to be called, has become disillusioned with love and believes that true love doesn't exist if he has to make it happen. Skye unknowingly ends up in the middle of a fight between Coop and Apollo, and suddenly she's thrown into a world of epic proportions and finds true love in the most unexpected way. But Aphrodite won't let just anyone have her son's heart. Only someone she deems worthy will Aphrodite allow to be with Coop, so she puts Skye to the test.
I love reading re-tellings of my favorite tales and the Greek myths are among some of my most favorites. So when I started reading Eros I was really looking forward to seeing how Helen Harper would tell her version of the Cupid and Psyche tale. While I think that there are a few things that could be tweaked here and there, such as the pacing of the story and making sure it's edited a little better, the story at it's heart really drew me in. I thought that it would take me a while to read the book considering it's over 300 pages, but I really flew through it. My favorite part of the story has to be when Skye is given the 4 tasks by Aphrodite to prove that she's worthy of being with Coop. That is the point when the story really felt real - it was the all or nothing point.
Skye was a character that I could really relate to personality wise. She's shy and has trouble reaching out to new people, but once she's comfortable with someone Skye is an outspoken and assertive person. Coop, the god of Love, is apathetic to love and just doesn't believe in it anymore, much to his mother's chagrin. I liked how Coop had this kind of mischievous, playful side to him - that was a different characteristic from other re-tellings I've read. One character, besides the two main characters, that I really liked was Coop's best friend Hermes. That poor dude was caught in the middle of all the drama. It's amazing that he remains sane.
One bigger thing that I didn't really like was the progression of Coop's love for Skye. I can understand Skye realizing her feelings for Coop after he saves her, but I didn't like how it seemed like Coop didn't come to love Skye until after they had sex. I know that the exact time he fell in love with her is explained later in the book, but the way it was written up to that point made it look like he didn't love her until after he had sex with her. So maybe that could have been changed a little, maybe with a bit more emotion added between the points of saving Skye and them having sex.
But other than that, I think that Eros is a great read for anyone who loves story re-tellings and/or the Greek myths.
Originally posted on Once Untold: http://onceuntold.blogspot.com/2015/0...
September 29, 2021
My favorite myth
Told beautifully, wish it were longer . Cupid and Psyche are told with depth and sweetness. Yumm! Can't wait for Lyre.
Told beautifully, wish it were longer . Cupid and Psyche are told with depth and sweetness. Yumm! Can't wait for Lyre.
July 31, 2018
For a second there, I thought I was reading a book by a different author due to how different “Eros” was compared to the other books I’ve read from Harper. However, that is not a bad thing! Because the format of “Eros” followed the format from the Ancient Greek mythologies, I think a different type of book was produced than what I was expecting. For a modern day Greek story, this was the closest resemblance to the stupidity found in those mythologies. Honestly! Everyone was so vengeful and quick to pass judgement. To create a story that closely resembles the Greek stories, I think the author needed to step out of their comfort zone. Because of that, the characters felt different from what I read by this author.
Anyway, TLDR, I feel like it was different from her usual books, and I did enjoy “Eros.” If I am being totally honest, though, I won’t read the sequel. I didn’t care for the “Greek” format. In addition, I DON’T like musicians, so that is also another reason.
Anyway, TLDR, I feel like it was different from her usual books, and I did enjoy “Eros.” If I am being totally honest, though, I won’t read the sequel. I didn’t care for the “Greek” format. In addition, I DON’T like musicians, so that is also another reason.
February 27, 2017
This book is a retelling of the story of Cupid and Psyche in present day times. I really liked the mixture of this ancient tale with modern day concept such as nightclubs and air travel. The concept of Cupid becoming bored with his job and disbelieving in the concept of love and then finding it in an unlikely place was lovely to read about. I found it hilarious when it is explained that Coop has modernised the bow and arrow into a “love gun”. The concept of love being blind is also something that I really enjoyed in this book as Skye does not actually see Coop until about three quarters of the way through due to a bout of invisibility. The combination of modern themes with ancient myth worked extremely well in this book that left a smile on my face.
August 2, 2016
This is a quite straightforward modern-day re-telling of the Eros and Psyche myth. The question is not 'what's going to happen' but 'how is it going to happen'. I did rather wonder how someone so well-read as the heroine didn't know how to gather the wool of the golden sheep... Also, why does Cupid have a variation of his Roman name when all the other gods have Greek names? But generally the characters were fun to read, and the main characters' exchanges of quotations were entertaining. And the solutions found to the other challenges were innovative. So over all I enjoyed this book.
February 27, 2019
Interesting spin on Greek Gods and their usual behavior, meeting a woman who first seems shy but then shows she can stand up for herself. I liked her very much, even though I didn't get why she fell for "Eros", not at all, but I thoroughly understand why he fell for her. I very much enjoyed the side characters, especially the godly ones (I am a big fan of Greek mythology, so it was a special pleasure for me to recognize them without being given names right away). So I definitely want to read more Olympiana!
March 31, 2016
Funny sweet and makes you go awww
I've read a lot of books in my life and I love when I run across an original one that keeps me entertained. This book has an original take on an old story. What happens when people that were so opposite fall in love and even when one didn't believe in love and is Cupid? Nice story flowed well and I thoroughly enjoyed. I hope others do as well.
I've read a lot of books in my life and I love when I run across an original one that keeps me entertained. This book has an original take on an old story. What happens when people that were so opposite fall in love and even when one didn't believe in love and is Cupid? Nice story flowed well and I thoroughly enjoyed. I hope others do as well.
July 3, 2016
Despite my love for traditional Greek Myths, this modernized version is my new favorite. The way it swayed with the modern times while hanging on to the traditional story is captivating beyond compare. The first chapter hooked me into reading the whole book. I have fallen in love with Coop the moment he spoke with cockiness in his words. Good job, Ms. Harper. This is a must-read book, again and again.
November 30, 2020
Cupid and Psyche story
A modern retelling of Cupid and Psyche; this time with Coop and Skye. The god of Love no longer believes in true love and feels he is forcing love on others. Skye is timid and shy; eventually, with the issues involved, she learns to stand for herself and for the man/god she loves.
Bullfinch's Cupid and Psyche was my favorite myth of all time. This is a very cute retelling.
A modern retelling of Cupid and Psyche; this time with Coop and Skye. The god of Love no longer believes in true love and feels he is forcing love on others. Skye is timid and shy; eventually, with the issues involved, she learns to stand for herself and for the man/god she loves.
Bullfinch's Cupid and Psyche was my favorite myth of all time. This is a very cute retelling.
April 15, 2014
An interesting and fun mix of modern with Greek myths.
I did really like the "tasks" our intrepid h, Skye had to perform to be thought acceptable to Aphrodite. Though it was a bit crazy MIL of her, she did seem to love her son Cupid, but was hoodwinked by Apollo all the way through. But then again that was the Greek Gods for you.
Will be reading the next one, out later this year.
I did really like the "tasks" our intrepid h, Skye had to perform to be thought acceptable to Aphrodite. Though it was a bit crazy MIL of her, she did seem to love her son Cupid, but was hoodwinked by Apollo all the way through. But then again that was the Greek Gods for you.
Will be reading the next one, out later this year.
December 27, 2016
I really enjoyed this, it's an fun retelling of the myth. I really liked the new personalities given to the mythical characters and Skye was was a great heroine.
(I also liked that it was a romance where the female main character doesn't spend the whole time thinking how hot the love interest is)
(I also liked that it was a romance where the female main character doesn't spend the whole time thinking how hot the love interest is)
May 28, 2017
This book was just cute as can be. I love Harper's modern interpretation of the Greek myth. I found the characters appealing and the writing definitely on par with Harper's other works. I love her writing style. A great read for a break from super-serious stuff where everyone is angst-y or, as my 14-year-old would say, triggered.
November 4, 2018
Apollo is a jackass. Sweet, heartbreaking with Greek gods. Lessons learned the hard way in this one. I really want to see Apollo get his heart broken. Coop and Skye were cute together, but I think if everyone sat down and talked things would’ve gone at lot smoother. Favourite characters were Zephyr and Styx. I liked the last task best.
January 11, 2015
OMG, I enjoyed this book sooooo much! <3
Now...on to the next one! :D
Now...on to the next one! :D
April 1, 2018
This book is.. unconventional but not bad in the slightest. A Cupid that doesn’t believe in love? A very shy girl with no real life experience not only finds her voice but her bravery?! This is a world in its own right and it sparks of the magic that we, that still believe, hold dear.
March 26, 2019
I really liked this book, it shows how easily it is for someone to believe that true love doesn't exist because they have not experienced it.
April 4, 2020
This was an interesting story about finding out what love is and how it feels. I really liked how Skye evolved from a quiet and shy girl to a more confident and outspoken woman.
June 28, 2020
An interesting take on Greek mythology in the modern world. Our shy heroine blossoms into a confident young woman. Her personal struggles are made worse by the interference of the gods.
February 15, 2021
This story was so cute. I loved Helen Harper's interpretation of the mythological Cupid and Psyche. I totally see Apollo as a complete asshole.
October 27, 2021
Skye is smart but too shy to even master a job interview. She works as a waitress to pay the bills.
Coop is the god of Love, but he doesn't believe in it. He even uses his power for mischief. Nevertheless, he doesn't want to hurt anyone emotionally or physically and tries to make amends to his own deeds.
Of course, this novel is about love. It is also about greek mythology and gives the reader a nice refresher on the old gods, heros, and creatures. Like in the old stories, you learn that gods are jealous and mean and all too human. You learn that you can best them by being smarter.
I liked this modern version of an old story and want to read the next novel of this series, too.
However, it was less captivating than most of Ms. Harper's novels. I didn't feel that need to keep reading no matter what. I also don't think that I will read this book again and again.
On the plus side, it made me hungry for more interpretations of greek mythology.
Coop is the god of Love, but he doesn't believe in it. He even uses his power for mischief. Nevertheless, he doesn't want to hurt anyone emotionally or physically and tries to make amends to his own deeds.
Of course, this novel is about love. It is also about greek mythology and gives the reader a nice refresher on the old gods, heros, and creatures. Like in the old stories, you learn that gods are jealous and mean and all too human. You learn that you can best them by being smarter.
I liked this modern version of an old story and want to read the next novel of this series, too.
However, it was less captivating than most of Ms. Harper's novels. I didn't feel that need to keep reading no matter what. I also don't think that I will read this book again and again.
On the plus side, it made me hungry for more interpretations of greek mythology.
January 15, 2025
Aceasta este o repovestire modernă a mitului Cupidon și Psyche. Este o repovestire buna, nu preferata mea, mi-a placut mai mult Lyre. Cupidon, sau Coop, cum preferă să fie numit, a devenit deziluzionat de iubire și crede că dragostea adevărată nu există dacă trebuie să o facă să se întâmple. Skye ajunge, fără să știe, în mijlocul unei lupte dintre Coop și Apollo și, dintr-o dată, este aruncată într-o lume de proporții epice și găsește dragostea adevărată în cel mai neașteptat mod. Dar Afrodita nu va lăsa oricui să aibă inima fiului ei. Numai cineva pe care îl consideră demn îi va permite Afroditei să fie cu Coop, așa că o pune pe Skye la încercare. Îmi place să citesc re-povestiri ale poveștilor mele preferate, iar miturile grecești sunt printre unele dintre cele mai preferate ale mele. Doar ca aceasta reinterpretare are mici neajunsuri, la ritmul povestii si la chimia dintre personaje.
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September 27, 2018
I really enjoyed this book. It was cute and romantic.
Skye is a shy girl who needs to open up and enjoy life. Coop is Cupid the God of love and doesn’t believe in true love. He thinks he is manipulating people’s feelings.
This book is a fun whimsical take on the Gods of Olympus.
I recommend this book for anyone who wants a little more than a love story.
Skye is a shy girl who needs to open up and enjoy life. Coop is Cupid the God of love and doesn’t believe in true love. He thinks he is manipulating people’s feelings.
This book is a fun whimsical take on the Gods of Olympus.
I recommend this book for anyone who wants a little more than a love story.
November 25, 2021
Eros was a fun and magical twist on Greek Gods and mythology. It was mesmerizing from the start imagining gods walking among us and what they would be like. It was a good balance between romance and adventure. I also quite enjoyed the classic literature quoted throughout the book.
July 17, 2018
Let's be honest, I'm a sucker for Greek Mythology.
October 5, 2024
Too silly to be interesting or compelling, not silly enough to be funny. No wonder the A. abandoned the series.
March 23, 2025
Gods and romance, what a combo.
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