Daughter of Fate

The Dark Pantheon #2

by A.S. Webb

LIFE THREATENING ODDS. DANGEROUS GODS. AND A PROPHECY ONLY SHE CAN FULFIL . . .

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Searching for her sister’s soul, Danae journeys to the Underworld. In the dark caverns below the earth, she must brave her worst fears and face Hades, the terrifying God of the Dead.

Hermes, Messenger of the Gods, is sent on a secret mission by his father, Zeus. Seizing the chance to finally win his family’s respect and the heart of the woman he loves, Hermes must risk everything to succeed.

Meanwhile, on Mount Olympus, Hera, the Queen of Heaven, watches from the shadows, her once bright faith in her husband extinguished. And decides to take matters into her own hands . . .

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Praise for Daughter of

'Epic, captivating and spellbinding . . . takes you on a quest like no other' Saara El-Arifi number one bestselling author of Faebound


‘A.S. Webb has written a legendary reimagining of the Greek age of heroes.’ - Esmie Jikiemi-Pearson Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Principle of Moments

'An epic and heart-racing adventure through mythology and magic. Beautiful and engrossing, this is a must-read debut' Tasha Suri, award-winning author of The Burning Kingdoms Trilogy

'With engaging characters and an enchanting world, Daughter of Chaos is the perfect marriage of Greek myth and epic fantasy, sure to delight readers of both genres' Frances White, Sunday Times bestselling author of Voyage of the Damned

'With an unfaltering pace and vivid worldbuilding, A.S.Webb sweeps us into a world of gods, men and monsters, and gives us a woman who will not be ruled by any of them. Webb spins an original and compelling story out of a well-known mythology. This is an impressive debut' Lucy Holland, author of Sistersong

'Daughter of Chaos is a wild ride through prophecy, rebellion and adventure – Danae is a heroine I’d follow anywhere' Jess Popplewell, author of The Dark Within Us

'A spellbinding masterpiece that breathes new life into Greek mythology, intertwining it with epic fantasy in a familiar and refreshingly original way' Crystal King, author of In the Garden of Monsters

'A must-read for anyone seeking a fresh and intriguing take on the Greek gods and the humans who dare to defy them. For fans of Epic , the musical, and Kaos, the Netflix show ' Marvellous Michael Anson, author of Firstborn of the Sun

Genres: Fantasy, Greek Mythology, Ebooks, Audiobook, Fiction, Mythology

544 pages, Hardcover

First published March 17, 2026

About the author

A.S. Webb is the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Dark Pantheon trilogy. She holds a BA in English Literature and Theatre Studies from the University of Leeds and lives in London with her family.

Reviews

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a unique creative take on Greek mythology, the story was such a ride I couldn’t stop listening to it.
The narrator did such a good job I was completely immersed in the world, so many interesting twists. Danaes growth in this book was so good can’t wait to see where her story goes from here.
This book is for people who love Greek mythology and epic quests!

Thanks to HarperCollins for the free audiobook download via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

[chi]

did someone mention a Hermes???

HERMES??????

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I'm not going to be okay (or normal) until March 2026

[Christine Tardif · Rating 4 out of 5]

Un bon 4,5 ⭐️ j'ai vraiment aimé!!
Mais l'héroïne gosse des fois à envoyer chier le monde qui DE TOUTE ÉVIDENCE sont les mieux placés pour l'aider! Il y a des bouts qui servent peut-être pas à grand chose dans l'histoire (genre pk le bout où elle entre dans Troie?), et Hadès finalement il n'avait rien changé en elle?? Déjà hâte de voir la suite, comment tout ça va se conclure et si la prophétie se réalisera de la manière dont on le pensait au départ.

Le problème avec le fait de lire plusieurs livres dans la thématique mythologie, c'est que quand on a croisé Kharon, je ne pouvais pas arrêter de penser au Kharon de Bonds of Hercules AND I MISS HIM SO MUCH 🤤🥵❤️‍🔥

Livre audio était 👌

[Mikaela T (mikaelabooks_) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is easily my favorite series involving Greek mythology since I read “Percy Jackson”. I really appreciate that it leans fully into fantasy rather than feeling overly literary or historical. I just prefer fantasy as a genre and feel like this combination doesn’t happen a lot in the adult retellings.

I was a little hesitant going in since book one set a high bar. But this sequel completely exceeded my expectations. A.S. Webb raises the stakes in a big way as Danae steps more fully into her power and the mysteries around the gods start to unravel.

Watching Danae grow into her abilities was one of my favorite parts. Her power feels more defined so you get a better feeling for her potential. But she is stubborn and refuses to learn more until she knows what’s happened to her sister in the Underworld. I’ve always been fascinated by how the myths treat the Underworld as both a spiritual afterlife and a physical location, and book tackles that concept head on. The lore that comes out of it is really satisfying.

I was happy to see familiar faces return, new heroes emerge and even more insight into the gods themselves—their origins, their power, and all the messy dynamics between them. There’s more going on than just Zeus’ infidelity.

I’m already counting down to book three!

[Holly Gonzales · Rating 5 out of 5]

The alternate version of Greek mythology within these pages are perfect. Certainly more believable. What a journey of self discovery. I never knew what was coming next. Anyone who loves Greek mythology will eat this series up!

[BookishKB]

⚔️🏛️ Daughter of Fate🏛️⚔️
Narrated by Lucy Walker-Evans

Bookish Thoughts
Full review to come.

🖤 What to Expect
• Greek mythology
• Prophecy
• The Underworld
• Dangerous gods
• Shifting loyalties
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🎧 Narration Style: Solo
📅 Pub Date: March 17, 2026 (Lucy Walker-Evans)
Thank you to Harlequin Audio and NetGalley for the advanced listening copy. All thoughts are my own.

[Hebe · Rating 5 out of 5]

An epic sequel in the true meaning of the word. This series is the most gripping, twisty, dark adventure and gives you such a thrill as each new character is introduced - familiar yet rewritten to be fresh and fascinating versions of the myths you thought you knew.

I'm absolutely hooked and can't wait to find out what's next!

[Kyley Willis · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️
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Overview
The heavy world/lore building in this book did make it a slower read for me, probably because I couldn't pronounce 75% of the names/places in this book ( I think this would be a solid book to immersive read on. ). BUT I really am enjoying this spin on the Greek Gods and I am slightly invested in seeing how Danae fulfills the prophecy. Will definitely continue with book 3.

TL:DR
After Prometheus's revelation in Daughter of Chaos, Danae has made it her mission to 1. find out if the afterlife really exists and 2. destroy Zeus and fulfill her prophecy. Along the way, everything she has ever known about the Gods continues to be challenged which leaves her questioning what or who she should even believe. Danae eventually rejoins forces with Telemon and Atalanta to take out Zeus but taking out 1 God at a time.

** Heavy world/lore building
** Cliffhanger ending
** Multiple POV

LIKES
- Overall plot: as with book 1 ( Daughter of Chaos, I'm loving the unique spin on how the Greek Gods came into power and truth behind the fall of the Titans.

- New POV's: this book gives us POV's of Hera and Hermes which offers a completely different perspective into the impact of the prophecy and the dynamic between Zeus and the other Gods

- Danae finally accepting her role within the prophecy and realizing she can in fact take down the Gods. While it was slow growth throughout this book, I enjoyed her learning more about her magic with Metis and by the end you can tell she has definitely come to accept her destiny. We love to see a character grow within a story, regardless of how hard a pill it is to swallow

MID
- The plot is a little predictable. It felt very "we find our team, we kill a God, someone who helps us dies" then rinse and repeat. It didn't fully take away from the story, but it made it predictable and less impactful when [insert various characters here] did die

DISLIKES
- The romance. I never thought I'd be writing a review where I don't like romance but here we are. Now there isn't any "spice" in this book, however, there is a new romance sub-plot that felt out of place. Is it believable? Possibly - honestly more believable than the romance sub-plot in book 1. But honestly - this book doesn't need it. There's so much plot and world building going on that this felt like a distraction instead of adding to the overall story.

[Megan M · Rating 4 out of 5]

**ARC provided by Harlequin Trade Publishing at HarperCollins via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review**

When I first requested to be an ARC reader for this book, I had no idea it was Book #2 in a series. I was a little hesitant to read it because I thought that I would have trouble getting invested if I was constantly playing catch-up with the plot but WOW I was wrong! Despite not knowing Danae’s story in Book 1, Daughter of Fate does a great job at connecting the present to the main character’s recent past. I didn’t feel left behind once.

Things I liked:
-How easy it was to get invested in Danae’s journey despite not having read Book #1
-The supporting characters were very well thought out and had well rounded back stories
-The multi-POV transitions were seamless, and it was important to have POVs from the gods. This helped in providing context without having information dumps during lulls in the story.
-This was an action-packed book, which is impressive for a second book in a series. I feel like that is usually where there is a large lull and I struggle the most.

Things I wish were different:
-WHAT IS HERACLES DOING?! I didn’t want to have to wait until Book #3 to find out!!!

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an epic journey to hell and back. This second book in the Dark Pantheon series was such a powerful hero's journey, perfect for fans of the Olympian gods and goddesses, and all the Greco-Roman Myths.

Danae makes such a strong protagonist, but despite learning she has the same powers as the gods at the end of book 1, she still needs much help from her friends and mentors along the way, to come into her full power and position herself to fulfill the prophecy she has been avoiding. She doesn't feel unbalanced - there's a great training arc and lots of support from others in a way that feels really satisfying to the story.

Set in the thick of so many classic myths, I expected to find the story to be a familiar retelling of old stories, but I was pleasantly surprised at how fresh and engaging the storyline was despite meeting familiar names along the way.

There were quite a few intense moments in the book that would have been triggering to people sensitive to SA, so I wouldn't recommend it to everyone across the board. However, the payoff when our female lead is able to exact revenge on her assailant was so cathartic to read as a woman living in our current geopolitical timeline. The aftermath of that trauma doesn't get swept under the rug, and while it was heartbreaking to see the protagonist suffering from it, I respected the care the author took in portraying that.

This book was a great read and personally I felt it was a lot stronger than the first book in the series, which has me SO excited to continue the story for the final book in the trilogy.

Thank you to the publisher for the ARC copy I got through NetGalley!

[Amanda Hall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Daughter of Fate is book 2 in The Dark Pantheon Trilogy. This series is a Greek Mythology retelling and things really get going in Daughter of Fate. If you liked Daughter of Chaos I think you’ll LOVE Daughter of Fate.

This is still a very heavy and often painful read, it was both easier and harder than Daughter of Chaos. We learned so much in this installment, and although it does serve as a transition to book 3 it didn’t feel transitional throughout (like some middle books can) and was full of action and information.

Danae, once again, does NOT have an easy go of things, and while we are spared much of the torture she endures, the little bit we are aware of is both psychological and physiological and we see the PTSD she carries with her erupt in panic attacks throughout the story. She is disillusioned, broken and confused. She meets characters along the way, both old and new, who help her learn the truth and decide what to do next.
While our hero herself is morally grey, through many other characters we are exposed to some of the most casual cruelty. It’s perpetrated in such a nonchalant way that it’s horrifying nature becomes exponentially worse. We get more POVs in this installment and being in a characters head while they end a life with less thought than I’d have to take a drink of water makes it very clear that these characters value themselves far above the powerless.

This is the story about those with power who use that power to manipulate and use those without so that they can amass more power and adoration. This is the story of a woman who was reborn in her brokenness. This is a story of loyalty and belief and a fight against tyranny that feels hopeless at times.

This is not a Romance, it is a love story in a way, in that we see what people are willing sacrifice for the love of truth and freedom and humanity but like so often in real life, it hurts.

Thank you NetGalley and HarperCollins for the opportunity to review this arc, all opinions are my own.

[Marissa B · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okay first of all, the cover is what immediately drew me in. A pegasus. An ethereal blue forest. "For the gods to fall, she must rise." I was never not requesting this book on Netgalley.

The premise is genuinely great: a woman fighting her way through the Underworld to save her sister's soul, gods scheming, Hermes navigating loyalty and love, and Hera finally deciding enough is enough. It reads like a grown up woman forward Percy Jackson-ish lore meets the Odyssey and I was absolutely here for that concept. Danae is brave and her mission is emotionally grounded. The mythology is rich and Webb clearly loves this world deeply.

However, I didn't realize going in that this was book two in a series, and I think that's on me more than the book. There were moments where things weren't connecting in my brain the way they should have and I kept feeling like I was missing context. Spoiler: I was. Read book one first. Do not be me.

I'm also a mood reader and life is currently a lot, which means dense narrative driven epics are not where my brain is living right now. This book rewards focus and patience and I wasn't bringing my best game to it.

For the right reader at the right moment, especially one who starts at book one, I think this series has a lot to offer. Recommended for mythology lovers, fans of epic fantasy with strong female leads, and anyone with a healthier reading pace than I currently have.

[Darcia Helle · Rating 3 out of 5]

First, be aware that DAUGHTER OF FATE is book 2 in The Dark Pantheon Trilogy. That information isn’t on the cover or in the description, which is unfortunate. I think it’s important to read book 1 first.

The story is more of a reimagining than a retelling of Greek mythology. The fresh take on the Greek gods kept things interesting. I was definitely surprised by some of the reveals.

I enjoyed book one a little more than this one. We had a whole lot going on, but somehow the story also felt dragged out. Then again, it could have been my mood. Lately my attention span has been shorter than a toddler’s. 🥴

Because this is a trilogy, of course the book ended on a major cliffhanger. I won’t grumble since it was expected, but I confess to cursing the universe at the time. 🤭

I listened to the audiobook. Lucy Walker-Evans did a great job with the narration. I was fully immersed in the story.

*Thanks to Harlequin Audio (#HiveInfluencer) for the free audiobook download, provided via NetGalley!*

[Bozena · Rating 4 out of 5]

𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙬

Ich liebe Mythologie, und natürlich noch mehr mythologische Nacherzählungen.
Ich liebe diese Geschichten nicht wegen der Liebesgeschichten, denn sie enden alle so unglaublich tragisch und traurig.

Ich liebe die frappierende Ähnlichkeit der Geschichten aus Vergangenheit und Gegenwart.
Ist dir aufgefallen, wie sehr die Geschichten den heutigen Machtspielen ähneln?
Wie jeder der Götter mit aller Macht an der Macht festhält?

Diese Geschichte ist, genau wie der erste Band, einzigartig, düster und auf beunruhigende Weise faszinierend.

Was ich aus allen mythologischen Erzählungen gelernt habe, ist, dass Götter niemals glücklich oder zufrieden sind und niemals aufhören, Machtspiele zu spielen.

Dieses Buch ist für wahre Mythologie-Liebhaber.
Die Geschichte ist nicht rasant oder actionreich. Nein, sie ist wie ein langsamer, aber kraftvoller Fluss.
Aber genau so sollte eine mythologische Nacherzählung sein, nicht wahr?

Dieses Buch ist faszinierend und einzigartig.
Die Götter und Halbgötter in diesem Buch sind so anders als in allen anderen Büchern, die ich bisher gelesen habe.

Ich habe dieses Buch sehr genossen.
Eine langsame, legendenhafte Erzählung über die Kämpfe zwischen Göttern und Menschen.
Über den Anfang und das Ende der mächtigen und selbstherrlichen, überheblichen Götter.

Genieß die Geschichte unserer Vorfahren ❤️

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I love mythology, and of course, even more, mythological retellings.
I don't love these stories for the love stories, because they all always end so incredibly tragically and sadly.
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I love the way the stories from the past and present are perfectly similar.
Have you noticed how similar the story is to today's power games?
How each of the gods tries to cling to power with all their might?
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This story, just like the first book, is very unique, dark, and disturbingly fascinating.
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What I've learned from all mythological tales is, that gods are never happy or content, nor do they ever stop playing power games.
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This book is for true mythology lovers.
The story isn't fast-paced or action-packed. No, it's like a slow but powerful river.
But that's exactly how a mythological retelling should be, right?
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This book is fascinating and unique.
The gods and demigods are so different from any other book I've read so far.
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
A slow, legend-like tale about the battles between gods and humans.
About the beginning and end of the powerful and the self-important, overconfident gods.
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Enjoy the story of our ancestors ❤️

[Niniane · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the best mythology retellings I've read so far (and I'm extremely picky with the genre). It's ambitious, epic and grandiose. There are so many interesting twists and possibilities!

The author's vision of the gods is just brilliant here, the gods were once humans who stole their powers. It's very bleak and they are very dangerous adversaries. I loved that we got to know how it came to be and learned more about the origins of the Titans' power. Seeing old allies come back was also delightful.

It really offers a new vision of stories we already know by heart. Take the Trojan War for instance. It was incorporated pretty naturally, without this feeling that the author was trying to cram as much mythological episodes as possible.

As an action-packed sequel, it didn't suffer from the middle book syndrome. Rather, it was intense and full of tension. The section where Danae visits the Underworld had me genuinely worry for her.

There were a few things I didn't like: Danae often made stupid decisions during the first section. But her evolution was promising in the end, so I can't wait to see what the next installment has in store for her.

Also, the attraction between Danae and Atalanta just came out of nowhere???? Like, I understand things are over (before they even started) between Danae and Heracles. But it just looks like the author abruptly changed her mind. For diversity points? Because of some criticism? Who knows. And don't get me wrong, Atalanta is my favorite character in this. But here, it just felt like the attraction was sudden and forced, so at odds with their relationship in the first book.

Another minor quibble: Deidamia was portrayed as the clueless wife while Achilles cheats on her with Patroclus. At least, Danae called Achilles out for being a cheater, so there's still that.

[Loreweaver · Rating 4 out of 5]

Daughter of Fate is a strong follow-up to Daughter of Chaos and continues to build on the foundation of The Dark Pantheon Trilogy. While I thoroughly enjoyed the story and the continued development of its characters, this installment feels like it will read even better once the full trilogy is complete and can be experienced as a whole.

One of the most compelling elements of this book is its portrayal of the Olympian gods. Rather than simply existing as powerful, distant figures, they actively shape the world through propaganda. The myths and stories told about them contain fragments of truth, but are deliberately twisted to serve their agendas and maintain control over humanity. This added a fascinating layer to the worldbuilding and gave the story a strong thematic core.

That said, the narrative did feel somewhat choppy at times. Certain plot points and developments seemed to come and go without fully settling, leaving me questioning whether all of them were necessary. There’s a sense that this is a transitional installment, setting up for larger payoffs in the final book.

The romance also felt a bit sudden and underdeveloped. While it didn’t detract significantly from my enjoyment, it came across as somewhat random in this installment. I do think it has the potential to feel more natural and meaningful once the trilogy is complete and the full arc is visible.

Overall, Daughter of Fate is an engaging and thought-provoking sequel that expands the world in interesting ways. Even with some uneven pacing and structural moments, it leaves me eager to see how everything comes together in the conclusion of the trilogy.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin for the audio ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Bent Spoon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Can fate actually be changed, or are we all just playing out the story the gods already wrote?

**Spoilers for Book 1 below**

Returning to Danae in book two of the Dark Pantheon trilogy was everything I wanted and more. After discovering she is the Last Daughter at the end of Daughter of Chaos, she knows what her destiny is… she just has absolutely no idea how she is meant to survive it.

Prometheus sends her in search of Naxos so she can learn to control her powers and eventually face the false gods. The problem is she knows she cannot do it alone. After losing the people she travelled with before, the thought of asking anyone else to sacrifice themselves for her fate is almost unbearable.

I also absolutely loved the introduction of Odysseus in this book. In my review of the first book I said this series felt closer to the epic spirit of The Odyssey than anything I have read in years, and that feeling only grew stronger here.

A.S. Webb’s writing has that sweeping, mythic quality that makes the story feel like a true legend rather than just another retelling. The creatures, the journey, the prophecy, the sense of adventure… it all feels huge and epic in the best possible way.

If you love Greek mythology, epic quests, and stories that feel like they belong beside the classics, you need to read this series.

[booksellerreads · Rating 4 out of 5]

I want to thank Penguin Random House SA for a proof copy.🥰

"There are only mortals and those who chose to become Titans."

I am keeping this short and spoiler-free 😁

I enjoyed the first book for the fresh reimagining of the myths as you know them. It transported me to the TV shows I grew up with, like Xena: Warrior Princess, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, and The Odyssey 1997 miniseries.

This continues from the first book, with a 1-year time lapse.

What I love about this universe is that Danae is chaos. Emotions are high, her belief system has been slashed open, and she has to investigate it herself... She still needs to find herself, and come to terms with who she is, and how to navigate the hand the fates dealt her.

She is less annoying in the first book and grew on me. The writing style is really easy to read, and like the first book, I couldn't put it down because I just wanted to know what was happening. (I only put it down due to work😅).

Can we please talk about Hermes? Loved him...

Her lies have broken trust, friendships and relationships.

This one ends on a cliffy...

I need book 3🤩 like yesterday!

My new favourite series in Greek reimaginings.

[florence · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5⭐️

Overall this is a successful sequel, and for me I enjoyed this a lot more than I did the first book. Because we’re now in the ‘present’ instead of matching timelines, it felt less like we were filling space between points.

This does fill in a lot of the blanks and the unanswered questions from the first book. The history of these ‘Gods’ and what really happened, however I feel like everyone is still taking them at their word, even though they have been betrayed over and over, they are believing the one version of events that they are told without question.

This does still feel like a whistle stop tour of self inserts through different Greek myths. Because while this is taking a new angle on some stories, there have been names that were thrown in almost as an Easter egg for people who know mythology, but that really have no bearing on the story as a whole.

[Autumn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okay, I didn’t realize this was book two and I absolutely didn’t read book 1 beforehand oops. That being said I don’t think I was really lost in the story.

I really enjoyed this take on the titans and olympians. It was a pretty quick paced forward moving book. The characters and the twist and turns kept me intrigued in the story. I am really interested in see where it goes next because I had a fun time reading this.

The audiobook narrator did a really good job. Listening along as I read made me feel like I was fully immersed into the world and conflicts with the characters. If the whole series is narrated by Lucy I’ll listen to it for sure.

Thank you HTP Books, HTP Audio and NetGalley the ebook and audiobook. All opinions here are my own.

[Janna Felix · Rating 4 out of 5]

Daughter of Fate is a gripping and imaginative take on Greek mythology that delivers high stakes, rich worldbuilding, and compelling character arcs. Danae’s journey through the Underworld is especially powerful, blending emotional depth with moments of real tension as she confronts both external dangers and her own fears. The intertwining perspectives, particularly Hermes’ struggle for recognition and Hera’s simmering defiance, add layers of intrigue that keep the story moving at a brisk, engaging pace. While the plot occasionally leans on familiar mythological beats, the fresh character dynamics and vivid storytelling make it feel new and exciting. Overall, it’s an epic, fast-paced fantasy that balances heart and spectacle, making it a highly enjoyable read.

[Kayla · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love a good Greek mythology twist on a tale and this was a great take on the mythology. From the first introduction to the understanding of who each character is and what they stand for this book held my attention raptly. I loved that the author used both well known and lesser known gods and Demi gods because if you are Greek mythology geek who loves a unique take on the story it adds an element of kinship with the characters and author. Overall, I really enjoyed the story and how the author made the story theirs.
The narrator did a great job with the story. Some of the voices were a little cringy (Atalanta) but overall it was really good.

[Sam B · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Daughter of Fate" is a strong sequel to "Daughter of Chaos." I really enjoy how this series chops up various stories from antiquity, any idea of timelines or space thrown to the winds, and the myths are jumbled together and formed around Danae as she works to bring down the false gods. This installment is more introspective than the last, but still has plenty adventure. We focus more on Danae learning to understand and control her abilities and working to realize her fate. I would recommend checking content warnings before picking this up, as parts of it are particularly dark.

I enjoyed the audiobook narration for the most part, but a few of the character voices were essentially Harry Potter movie impressions (Hades = Snape, Metis = McGonagall with a hint of Madam Hooch) and it pulled me right out of the story every time they had dialogue.

My thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[KC · Rating 5 out of 5]

Daughter of Fate
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This sequel was everything. Darker, faster-paced, and packed with twists I didn’t see coming. The action never lets up, and just when you think things might calm down… chaos hits again.

The new characters add so much tension - allies or enemies? I’m still not convinced we can trust everyone. 👀 And the prologue and epilogue? Absolutely wild. The kind that leaves you staring at the page like wait… WHAT?!

If you love Greek mythology retellings, this series is a must. It’s low spice, high stakes, creative, and full of mystery. Book two takes everything from book one and raises the bar.

[Angelo Drakontaidis · Rating 3 out of 5]

The second book in the Dark Pantheon Trilogy is a good entry in the series while suffering a tad from middle book syndrome. The author’s reimagining of the fabled Greek Mythology is what pulled me into this series. The main issue I had with this book is that I felt it dragged at parts. The romance subplot also seemed unnecessary and not entirely believable.

The ending was good and I did leave wanting you know how this all gets tied up in the end.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC.

[Read With Grace White · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you so much to Harlequin Audio and
NetGalley for this ALC. I really appreciate this opportunity to listen to this audiobook. I enjoy the twist of the Greek mythology stories into this book. I loved the narrator, her voice was very engaging and smoothing and I definitely enjoyed the story. I I definitely recommend this book to people who love mythology like I do and I would totally listen to more books from this narrator. Thank you again!

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75*

Danae heads to the Underworld to find her sister but falls into the political machinations of Olympus.

I liked this book. It takes familiar stories from Greek mythology and weaves in new twists. I think mythology buffs will be pleased with this tale. That being said, it is long. Like a lot longer than I thought it would end up being. But it is still a worthwhile read.

Thank you to @netgalley for my ALC. The narrator did a really great job especially with the different character voices.

[Ash · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5⭐️
This was an immersive read for me and I felt like I was placed directly into the world A.S. Webb built. I loved the greek mythology aspects and all the twists and turns! The narrator truly has a gift for bringing a book to life. Read this if you love a fast-paced fantasy novel with high stakes!

[A Johnson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a very unique take on all we know of Greek mythology. I liked it and then I didn’t. It was refreshing and then it was too different all at the same time that made it too confusing. I think part of that might have been that this was Book 2 and I didn’t know that until I started reading it.

[Sydney Victorson · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75 ⭐️

Daughter of Fate is an enjoyable sequel to Daughter of Chaos, though I think I enjoyed Daughter of Chaos a bit more. Daughter of Fate, to me, suffers just a little with second book syndrome. It is overall less interesting and fun than the first book, and I didn’t find myself as engaged with it as I was with the first book.

The plot progresses nicely throughout the book, with Danae going after the Gods. I will say that it did feel a little too…easy for her after her journey in book one. She felt too overpowered given what we’ve seen prior to this book.

I also felt like her attraction to Atalanta came out of nowhere, honestly. Maybe I just missed it in book one, but it felt so sudden and underdeveloped in this book. It was like Danae went from 0 to 100 regarding Atalanta. I would’ve liked to see that plot point get more development rather than just jumping in head first.

Overall, I did enjoy Daughter of Fate and will definitely be continuing the series, but I found I liked it just a little less than Daughter of Chaos. I did, however, enjoy the audio narration for Daughter of Fate more than the one for Daughter of Chaos. The accents felt much less disjointed this time around.

Thank you to The Hive, Harlequin Audio, and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the early review copy of Daughter of Fate! All opinions are my own.