Ungodly Rich

by Katharine McGee

Old gods, new rules. New York Times bestselling author Katharine McGee puts a modern-day twist on ancient mythology in this bold reimagining of the Greek gods as a family of billionaires—with all the messy drama that entails.

When Julia Dodds meets Harry Adams, love hits her like a lightning bolt. He’s adventurous, charismatic, and impossibly handsome. Little does Julia know that her boyfriend has left out a few key details. His name isn’t Harry: it’s Ares, as in the ancient god of war. His mother is Hera, and his father is Zeus.

Soon, Julia is caught up in a world of wealth and privilege as she joins Harry at a lavish family reunion. Except these billionaires don’t just have wealth—they have divine powers. And the moment she steps onto their private island, Julia becomes their latest target.

It’s no secret that the Gods love to meddle, and when it comes to Julia, Harry’s immortal relatives each have their own agenda. Harry’s mother, Hera, will do anything to protect her own. Harry’s sister-in-law Aphrodite has a deeply personal reason for hating Julia, and tasks Hermes, keeper of family secrets, with digging up dirt. Meanwhile, Hades has spent years trying to upend Zeus’s power—and now he finally sees an opportunity to strike.

Set against a globe-trotting backdrop that sweeps from New York’s exclusive private clubs to the wilds of New Zealand to the gated estates of the British aristocracy, Ungodly Rich is a story of love, revenge, secrets, sex, and the most ancient motivator of all: family.

Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Mythology, Fiction, Adult, Romantasy, Adult Fiction

384 pages, Hardcover

Expected publication July 7, 2026

About the author

Katharine McGee is the New York Times bestselling author of American Royals and The Thousandth Floor trilogy. She studied English and French literature at Princeton University and has an MBA from Stanford. She lives in her hometown of Houston, TX with her husband.

Reviews

[mehreen]

if there is a katharine mcgee book, i am THERE to read it

[Natalie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was SUCH a unique take on the Greek gods and their myths, but in a contemporary setting.

Basically, while the gods are no longer “worshipped” as such and ordinary people are not aware that they are gods (they think they are just a wealthy and influential family), people’s interests in what they represent give them power (Ares appeals to adrenaline junkies, Aphrodite to those obsessed with beauty and vanity, etc).

Right off the bat, I thought the naming system of the gods was so clever (Athena = Alina, Zeus = Bruce, Hera = Tara, etc). It was so fun to follow along and learn the new name for each god.

I really liked the story as well. Julia was an interesting character to follow as the only “normal” person so to speak. She managed to hold her own really well and was really quick witted as well. I loved her relationship with Harry and they were so cute together! Normally I don’t tend to enjoy book where the couple have fallen in love prior to the events of the story, but it worked really well here since they had great chemistry and there were some flashbacks.

There are multiple perspectives and I liked seeing the gods interacting with each other as well as how the overarching plot came together. I also liked the various nods to mythology scattered in the story.

Also, that ending! What?!? There had better be a sequel coming!

Definitely pick this book up if you’re at all interested in Greek gods and mythology because it was very well done. I really enjoyed it!

[Julia Carter · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thanks to netgalley and Katharine McGee for this ARC, which I received in exchange for my opinion.
3.5 stars.
This was an interesting and unique take on Greek mythology where your Greek God's have gotten with the times and go by other names. But God's will be God's, there are still some hijinks and other things going on behind the scenes. The romance between Julia (!!) and Harry was sweet although there were some parts that I didn't love so much (that proposal!) and of course you have in-fighting as people who have known and been together for eternity will do. this book should definitely have a sequel. would recommend!

[Andi · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for allowing a read.

I enjoyed this book, but I felt like it was more of a set up for the next book than an actual book?

We meet our cast of characters, we see them interact, we see that there is suspicion (or was it fate) on how she met her fiance.

It'd make a fun film or a TV series (I guess something like this aired on Netflix with Jeff Goldblum), but I want some more depth. Watching a back and forth upper-handed fight between a goddess and a mortal(?) was just too simple of a plot for me.

Based on the ending of the book, we're getting book two, which will seem to get the ball rolling on the dramatics and the family spatting.

It's a fun book, but it's not 5 stars original and new.

[Yiling · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a delightful summer read! Big Crazy Rich Asian vibes with the additional added craziness of the Olympians.

The drama of the characters and their relationships had me glued to the page. Even at moments I felt myself getting bored with the main characters the supporting cast came out swinging. There was several moments I felt myself getting emotional at their backgrounds and McGee did a great job at adapting the gods personalities to the modern backdrop.

I got an arc at bookcon and am upset at the amount of time I have to wait for the sequel. The ending was a great setup promising some storylines I can’t wait to see play out.

[Abigail E · Rating 4 out of 5]

••• ARC REVIEW •••
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (3.5)
Do I recommend: LOOK it was fun and silly (complimentary) so probably!!
***Available July 7***

I loved the American Royals series and was immediately drawn in the premise of this one (no they have not SAID it was a series but we’re all brilliant here and can smell a setup when we see it, yes?!).

Julia and Harry are a sweet lil couple, happily living on love when a chance encounter with one of Harry’s cousins reveals something he’s been hiding - he is part of a famous family of billionaires. Julia wades into this world of privilege, not realizing one other key detail - Harry’s family is made up of gods. He is actually Ares, and his parents are Zeus and Hera.

INTRIGUE! BETRAYAL! POWER! LUST! RICH PEOPLE BEHAVING BADLY! We *were* missing an amazing makeover montage, which disappointed me to NO END I tell ya. We were ALSO missing a helpful glossary of gods and goddesses with their powers and their book name - Zeus as Bruce and Hera as Tara works for me but what do you mean Valentine made sense as a “modern” name for Aphrodite? Also I don’t think the characters were supposed to be unlikeable but I disliked all of them sooo 🤷🏻‍♀️

I liked the story well enough and despite its predictability (and CLEAR set up for a sequel) found myself enjoying it overall! I do wish it hadn’t felt like such a setup, and while I understand the need for the full cast of characters I wish we hadn’t had to spend quite so much time getting to know them/their power/their mortal name every time we encountered them.

At the end of the day - fun! Quick! A little repetitive, but me and my goldfish memory probably deserved that tbh. Not YA but has moments where it feels young (put it on my LinkedIn, honestly). Clearly banking on a sequel, WHICH I WILL HAPPILY READ!

Thank you to NetGalley and Crown Publiahing for the free eARC in exchange for my honest review!

[Brittany McGruder · Rating 3 out of 5]

I loved the premise, but the execution is clunky and a bit trite. Julia and Harry live a happy, simple life when his past and family suddenly threaten that. Julia finds herself not only in the midst of extreme wealth and status, but also unknowingly caught in a war for power among the infamous Greek deities. Imagine Crazy Rich Asians, except they’re gods and goddesses.

The story is bogged down by introductions and constant reminders of who each entity is, their domain, their magic, their grievances, their lovers, etc. Each chapter ends similarly, with the same threat of ruination, only for each mini-conflict to be solved in the very next chapter, and some of the conflicts are the same, just repeated in a new way. Around the middle, the plot picks up and is fairly interesting, but then, we fall back into the same rote, predictable story. And once you get the end, you realize all of it is just exposition for the next book.

Thank you to Net Galley and Crown for a free e-book in exchange for this honest review.

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

This modern day interpretation of the lives of Greek gods walking among mortals is a captivating read, especially for someone who enjoyed their school courses in mythology. Julia Dodds is fed up with wealthy, entitled men, especially after her college boyfriend stole her law school entrance essay, and her spot in law school. Furious, Julia escapes to work on a cruise ship and travel the world. She isn't ready to fall in love again, with anyone. But when she meets Harry Adams, she can't help herself.

The two of them move in together and are happy to scrape by on their small salaries from working in the tourism industry in New Zealand. They run into one of Harry's relatives, who reminds him of an upcoming family reunion. Julia talks him into going and is surprised to find it will be held on the family's private island near Greece. And even more surprised to learn that his family, and Harry himself, are incredibly rich.

Things become even more unbelieveable when Julia is told that his name isn't really Harry, it's Ares, god of war and he is the son of Zeus and Hera. Family tensions run high and most of the family members have one reason or another for disliking Julia. But, she encourages Ares to join with his family and they move to New York to begin planning their wedding.

The wedding weekend, planned for an island off the coast of Julia's home state of Georgia arrives and the gods pull out all stops to promote their own agendas. Julia's caught in the middle. This story combining the timeless and modern drama is a spellbinding read. Perfect for a vacation read.

Note: I read an ARC, courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher.

[Danielle Cappolla · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you're looking for something fun to put in your beach bag this summer, Ungodly Rich by Katherine McGee might be what you need. McGee writes a modern retelling of Greek mythology wrapped in a Gossip Girl-style world of obscene wealth and social intrigue.

Ungodly Rich centers on Julia, who learns some shocking things about her fiancé, Harry, after their engagement. Julia is thrust into a glittering, cutthroat world after becoming engaged to Harry and meeting his powerful family for the first time. What follows is a whirlwind of secrets, betrayals, and drama that feels straight from a primetime soap opera.

The Greek mythology angle was intriguing. It gives the story texture that elevates it above your average rich-people drama. The story has an aspirational energy that's easy to get swept up in.

Julia's story is the novel's greatest strength. She's a compelling protagonist. Watching her backstory came ot light is the most engaging part of the book. There's complexity to her that kept me turning pages.

The pacing is slow at times. Most of the big twists could be predicted chapters in advance. Some of the characters had potential (like Aphrodite) but were never fully realized. They fit their assigned roles (king, messenger, love goddess) a little too neatly. Most of the excitement happens in the last quarter of the book.

Ungodly Rich has some fun moments, if you can make peace with a predictable plot and characters.

Thank you to NetGalley and Crown Publishing for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

[RUTH GUCKIEAN · Rating 4 out of 5]

Look, I'm a simple person. You give me Greek mythology, Olympian gods behaving badly, and a modern billionaire family drama wrapper? I'm going to eat it up with a spoon.

Ungodly Rich is exactly the kind of clever, indulgent fun I reach for when I want to turn off my literary brain and just enjoy myself. Katharine McGee takes the messy, petty, scheming Olympian pantheon and transplants them into a world of private islands, exclusive clubs, and generational wealth that makes their divine drama feel deliciously contemporary. Zeus as patriarch. Hera protecting her own with terrifying intensity. Aphrodite nursing ancient grudges. Hermes keeping secrets. Hades scheming in the shadows. It's mythology as soap opera, and I mean that as a compliment.

Julia stumbling into this viper's nest through her relationship with Ares—sorry, Harry—is a fun entry point, and watching her navigate a family reunion where everyone has divine powers and personal agendas kept me thoroughly entertained.

Is it great literature? No. But it's not trying to be. It's glamorous, globe-trotting, mythologically-infused escapism.

The star deduction: this felt heavily expositional, more like setup for the series than a fully realized first installment. I wanted more story and less groundwork. But I'll absolutely be back for the next book.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Ännä · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ungodly Rich by Katharine McGee gave me lots of feelings! Early in the book I wasn’t sure if it was for me. There are many (so many) characters, which absolutely makes sense for a story about a huge billionaire family made up of immortal Greek gods. I have a limited background in mythology, enough to recognize and identify the major players without a lot of depth, but I think a quick refresher would’ve helped me get into the book faster. I thought it was interesting how practically all the gods were included, not just those I learned about in high school. The downside to this thoroughness is that all the gods and goddesses had two names, their mortal name and their actual name. This was very confusing for the first part of the book. I generally dislike books with many characters, and the two name confusion didn’t help.

Things picked up about halfway through, the names finally clicked, and our main girl Julia grows a backbone and becomes someone worth rooting for. Backstabbing, bad behavior, and rivalries ensue.

Overall I found this book very fun, very authentic to the original mythologies with lots of twists, and thought it walks a unique way to modernize the stories. I am rating it 4 stars due to the name confusion and my realization 90% in that it wasn’t going to be a standalone novel. As a practice I do not read books in a series.

[Tori Boudreau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley and Crown Publishing | Crown for the ARC! 🙏

I’ve been a fan of Katherine McGee for years and own all of American Royals and The Thousandth Floor series, so when I saw she was releasing an adult book with Greek mythology in a modern setting I requested that ARC immediately 😍.

Julia falls hard for Harry, but what she doesn’t know is that he’s actually Ares, the god of war. When she meets his family, Hera and Zeus, you just know the drama is about to explode ⚡. This gave me major Gossip Girl vibes with rich, elite NYC chaos, but layered with Greek gods and their messy dynamics. Add in the fact that their powers don’t work on Julia, and it just makes everything even more chaotic 👀.

I loved the multiple POVs from characters like Julia, Hermes, and Hera. It really helped flesh out their motivations and humanize them, even though they’re still the spoiled, messy gods you’d expect 💅. And honestly, I didn’t realize how much I missed this kind of petty, backstabbing drama until now 😅.

Overall, I knew exactly what I was getting into, and it delivered. This isn’t meant to be super deep or thought provoking, it’s pure drama, pettiness, and chaos with a Greek mythology twist, and I loved every second of it ⚡📚. The cliffhanger? I need the next book immediately.

[Jennie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an intriguing and modern take on Greek mythology, reimagining the gods as ultra-wealthy members of today’s social elite, living among us in secret.

It feels very in line with Katharine McGee’s signature style. She consistently captures that early-2000s TV drama energy—think The OC or Gossip Girl—full of scandal, secrets, and the complicated lives of the rich and powerful.

What stood out here was the blend of that signature soapy drama with Greek mythology references. It made for a compelling mix: indulgent and fast-paced, but with an added mythological depth. Compared to her American Royals series, this felt slightly more mature—leaning more into adult or new adult territory rather than older YA given the older cast of characters.

As always, McGee managed to write complicated characters many of whom you can’t decide if you’re rooting for or not. They have their moments and they are all flawed.

It did take me a little while to fully settle into the story, especially with the name changes tied to the mythology. Once I got those straight, though, it was easier to immerse in the book world and get caught up in the story.

Overall, I really enjoyed this. It delivered the kind of dramatic, escapist read I’ve come to expect from McGee—and, as always, it left me with questions and eager for more.

[Kate Laycoax · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a fun and unique read. The concept alone completely hooked me because Greek mythology reimagined as a family of ultra wealthy billionaires in the modern world was fascinating and I knew I had to read it. As a mythology nerd, this was right up my alley, and the modern twist felt fresh and clever.

The city vibes were strong, and I loved how fast paced and over the top the story was. There’s a lot going on, and at times it can feel a bit overwhelming, but honestly, that chaos is part of the fun. It’s a wild ride that never gets boring, and I thought the different elements were really well balanced.

The writing was solid, though I would’ve loved a little more depth, especially when it came to the romance between Julia and Harry/Ares. That said, I understand the romance wasn’t meant to be the central focus, and there was still plenty to enjoy. This book truly has everything: family drama, romance, sex, humor, secrets, and mythology all wrapped into one glossy, dramatic package.

I had a really good time reading this and would absolutely recommend it if you love mythology, high stakes family drama, and a story that is really bold.

Thank you to NetGalley, Katharine McGee, and Crown for the eARC of this book.

[Lia V · Rating 4 out of 5]

Katharine McGee is an author I’ve loved ever since I read her American Royals series. She’s one of those writers I just can’t skip.

Ungodly Rich follows Julia, who thinks she’s in a normal relationship until she realizes her boyfriend is part of one of the richest families in the world, and they’re actually Greek gods living in secret. She’s suddenly pulled into their world during a luxurious family gathering, where everyone has their own agenda and she quickly becomes a target. It’s like Crazy Rich Asians but with Greek gods, which is so much fun.

Some of the main tropes include hidden identities, billionaires, mythology, messy family drama, and love under pressure. I really enjoyed this story. The level of detail stood out the most, the fashion, the decor, the settings, it all feels vivid and intentional. Sometimes I got a bit impatient because I wanted to know more about the story than just the fashion, but it still kept me hooked, and I realized the details are just as important as another character in the book.

That ending is a total cliffhanger, I already need the next book! Don’t miss it on release day, July 7, 2026.

[Miranda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you Crown Publishing for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Overall I really enjoyed this book and, presuming it’s the first in a series, I’m looking forward to seeing where the story goes from here.
I liked most of the characters, and the high drama was a fun change from what I’ve been reading lately. Also the title Ungodly Rich feels very appropriate, because there were enough luxury brands mentioned that I didn’t recognize that I sure felt poor lol!
That being said, I did have an issue with the flashbacks. There were several instances where a new chapter or scene started and there would be a flashback to an event a few hours before rather than having the story happen chronologically. This made it difficult for me to keep track of what was going on, especially since some flashbacks happened in the middle of conversations. It felt like the author was trying something that didn’t quite work for me, but also didn’t affect my enjoyment of the story.
Ultimately, this was an incredibly fun and enjoyable book. I’m looking forward to rereading this when the audiobook is released, and to any future books by Katharine McGee!

[Judy]

2.5/5*
1/5 -on the spicy scale

Thank you to Netgalley for sharing this ARC copy.

Love mythology and especially the greek gods, this was an interesting interpretation of them and it was a fun, quick read.

the story is told in multiple POVs (mulitple gods and then 1 mortal that is entering the olympians unbeknownst to her she's been dating Ares, God of war). Hijinx and plotting begins when Ares decides to get engaged to her.

I initially thought this would be a standalone book but it turns out to be a series, which works out better by the end as because of the multiple POVs I felt like i didn't connect to any of the characters till the last few chapters of the book. Given there will most likely be a second book it might be easier to feel attached to all the characters. But i was still curious throughout on how things would turn out in the end.

I felt that the attraction between the love interests wasn't all that convincing, maybe that will improve in book two.

[Gretchen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this premise. Greek gods living as normal people, albeit, ultra wealthy is very fun. It did take some time to fully grasp all the characters, because my memory of the gods was pretty fuzzy, but also they are using aliases in the real world.

Julia Dodds and Harry Adams have been living a simple and dreamy life together in New Zealand. When Harry is found by one of his family members and his presence is requested at the family summit, Julia insists that Harry should go. What she doesn’t know, is that he’s actually Ares, god of war, and son of Zeus. The unknowing Julia is thrown into their elite world while all the gods are trying to break her and Harry up.

This will be a great beach/pool read for summer and is a great choice for fans of McGee’s American Royals series or fans of Crazy Rich Asians. There’s a heavy element of rich people behaving badly, but the creative spin is their magic and immortality.

Thank you to Crown Publishing and NetGalley for the advance read.

[Carolyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn't expect to like this as much as I did. Ordinarily stories about super-rich people kind of turn me off, and Greek mythology has never been one of my interests. But, when I started reading, the story pulled me right in and held my attention all the way to the end. Julia is a well written, thoroughly likable young woman. I couldn't help rooting for her as she falls in love with ordinary Harry and discovers way too late that he's actually Ares, God of War, and part of the richest most powerful family in the world. (Not to mention thousands of years old.) Some of the chapters are written from some of the gods points of view and surprised me with how relatable they were. This is a family story, all about the love and conflict all families sometimes go through. Most of us can't throw a thunderbolt through a family member who makes us angry, or call up a hurricane to ruin a party. Even if sometimes we might want to.

[Morgan Fisher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ahh I loved this so much! Like Crazy Rich Asians and Lore Olympus had a book baby. I adored the balance of myth and the unique plot, how myth was sprinkled in and supported the story, but it stood on its own even without it. The chaos and changing points of view was well done and kept you hooked. I only wish there had been more and more closure, although I do appreciate a story that lets you draw your own conclusions. It keeps you thinking on it for days after. Wow, that was good!

Thank you to NetGalley and Crown Publishing for the ARC and the opportunity to read and review this title.

favorite quote :

The people you had once loved--even the the ones who didn't deserve that love, even the ones who betrayed you--forever held some measure of control over you.

[Erin Fitzgerald · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was honestly very hard to put down. I enjoyed the modern take on the Greek Gods, while also maintaining the aspects of their lore that we all grew up learning.

The read felt like Crazy Rich Asians in a way where the FMC was a Harvard grad who came from nothing, forced into high society by a man who she thought came from humbler beginnings. She was in a love bubble with a man she met by chance, stars aligning, only to be thrust into the gauntlet that she was extremely unprepared for.

I would give it five out of five, but the only reason I am not is because of the ending. The last chapter felt rather rushed and the timing of Ares finding Julia in Chile felt like it was just pushing the plot forward instead of having a meaningful impact on the story itself. Overall, I like the character development and thought the story was fun to read! I anxiously await the next one!

[Eileen Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

𝐔𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐛𝐲 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐜𝐆𝐞𝐞♡

𝟒.𝟓⭐

“𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝑚𝑎𝑘𝑒 𝑚𝑒 𝑤𝑎𝑛𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑙𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦 𝑚𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑠𝑡”

i'm a huge Greek mythology fan and the second i read the blurb for this one i requested SO fast on netgalley!!! Gods living among mortals, secrets, family drama(like holy shit it gets so messy!!!!), power, magic, billionaires😮‍💨 it's all so good!!! Ares and Julia are the main characters and their relationship it's amazing🥹 this man was SO ready to do anything for Julia😭♥️ and we get multiple POVs in this one and they make everything even more fun🤭🙌🏻

i did not know this was gonna have a cliffhanger tho😭 i need to know what happens next ASAP!!!!!

thank you, Katharine McGee, Crown Publishing and Netgalley for the arc♥️

out July 7✨

[Sharon Davies · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this novel. All opinions are my own.

Julia is an American living in New Zealand with her boyfriend, Harry. They both seem to have family issues but are content living and working in the tourism industry. Harry receives word about his family’s gathering and runs into a family member at a hotel, and Julia encourages Harry to attend. But it turns out Harry isn’t Harry at all. He’s Ares, God of War and his family members are the members of Mount Olympus.

Told from the perspectives of Julia, Ares, Hera, Aphrodite, Hermes, and Hades, we get a glimpse into a world where the gods are still living among people.

I absolutely loved seeing Hermes’s growth throughout the book - he was my favorite character by far.

Told in her usual style with a lot of explanation in a way that borders on YA, the author has a few spicier scenes in this novel than there were in the American Royals series.

As always, the book ends in a cliffhanger, and I will definitely be back for more. I’m eagerly awaiting how everyone will take the news that Ares and Julia are related. I want to see Aphrodite (this book’s Daphne) knocked off Mount Olympus, and I always want redemption for Hera.

[Natalia Egan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another fascinating concept by McGee. Branded as her adult debut, this is a look at if the gods were among us. The rich behaving badly and a mortal woman expected to save us all.
I enjoyed the American Royals series. Being YA I understood why it didn’t dive deeper into politics or systemic issues but I did expect McGee to do that here and maybe shift into something more than surface level but it is identical to her YA writing.
This journey was fun at times but also clunky and confusing. So many gods were there and all had different human names that IMO should have been thought out a little more. This could be another series but I think it would be a great movie.
Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for this e-arc in exchange for my honest review.

[Melissa DeLong-Cox · Rating 2 out of 5]

I downloaded this in ~DECEMBER~ and have picked it up multiple times only to set it aside for something else. I finally committed to read it just to get it off my shelf, but even loving Katharine McGee's writing (American Royals HELLO!), this simply didn't speak to me and I was not at all interested in the story that was being told. There will be an audience for this, for sure, but my chief complaint is that this felt like a setup for a series and not a first-in-the-series book.

*Thanks to Crown Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC!*

[Meg · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love remakes, re-tellings, re-interpretations of all kinds of "classic" literature. This one has the 12 gods of Olympus living in the 21st century world as filthy rich, which is really close to being immortal, right?

Harry (Ares) meets Julia, a mortal, while he's estranged from his family and living without their money and protection. They fall in love, and decide to get married. Julia is quite taken aback when she meets his family at a reunion of sorts in Greece.

I enjoyed this book a lot, but I'm not sure I quite "bought" Julia's backstory as it slowly emerged. Or maybe I didn't buy Hera's (Tara's) part in it. Or Zeus (Bruce). Not sure. Something just didn't quite gel for me. Still, the story was a lot of fun and I enjoyed it a lot!.

[k · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC courtesy of NetGalley for an honest review: This was amazingggg, so well written. The concept was so perfectly executed, I’m stunned.

This is such a unique idea, but the delivery was perfection. What a testament to a strong author.

The entire time I read this book I kept thinking of the Will Smith movie Hancock and how I would want to see this book adapted for film. It was amazing and so much more than I ever thought it would.

The depth of the story was just soo well done. I hope there’s a sequel.

Minimal spice, but honestly it didn’t need it. 🌶️

All I can say is READ THIS BOOK!!

[Reda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ungodly Rich was such a fun ride, and a great way to kick-off a new series. I'm already excited for the next one! This kind of novel is Katharine McGee at her best: rich world-building mixed with complex human dynamics. The modern take on Greek mythology is so intriguing; honestly, I only wish there'd been more--more backstory, more development of the oracle idea, more insight into the two years that cemented Julia and Harry. But this is the first book in a series, with several cliffhangers to boot, and I hope that means some of the more will come with future installments.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Crown Publishing for an ARC in exchange for my honest assessment of this work.

[Aubrey Daly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ungodly Rich is a genuinely addictive read. Katharine McGee's premise, Greek gods living among us as an ultra-wealthy, deeply dysfunctional billionaire family, is so clever that it's hard not to get swept up immediately. Following Julia as she falls for Harry and gets pulled into his world of impossible privilege and ancient grudges makes for a page-turner that's hard to put down.

The globe-trotting settings are glamorous and vividly drawn, and McGee does a great job weaving the personalities of the gods into modern archetypes without losing what makes them distinctly mythological. The family dynamics are equal parts gossip girl and Succession.

My only quibble is that the sheer number of characters can be overwhelming early on — keeping track of everyone's mortal names alongside their divine ones requires some patience. The motivations were also a little confusing, especially from Her and Aphrodite. It felt surface level and out of character.

If you enjoy mythology, glamorous settings, and layered family intrigue, this one is well worth your time. I'm already looking forward to a sequel.

Thanks to Netgalley, Katharine McGee, and Crown publishing for the advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fantastic book that I could not put down! Ungodly Rich is an updated retelling of sorts of Greek gods and their lives among mortals. Though told from multiple points of view, much of the story focuses on Julia, a mortal, who is unknowingly dating one of them. Some of the gods feel threatened as her relationship with Harry-slash-Ares becomes more serious, and unlikely allies form to break the pair up. Will their scheming work or will Julia prove to be a formidable force to be reckoned with? Excitedly (and impatiently) awaiting the next book (with that ending, there better be a next book!)