What do you think?
Rate this book
Loves of Olympus #3
Eclipsing Apollo
Apollo is fond of many things. Music, poetry, physical prowess, truth, and love. The Pythian Games are in his honor and he attends, as a mere mortal, to enjoy the competition… and the women. Meeting the fair Coronis offers him his greatest delight. Her strength, her fearlessness, and her beauty clasp his heart with an irrevocable hold. But she wants none of him.
Coronis’ duty is to marry, but she yearns for so much more. She is a fierce competitor, a hunter, skilled in strategy and reason. Those that would court her lack both the mind and the body to rival hers - she will settle for no less. As a mortal, Apollo was both infuriating and tempting. But Apollo the Olympian is terrifying. She fears giving him her heart might destroy her soul.
Demeter’s need for revenge pits Olympian against Olympian, forcing Apollo into a darkness the God of Light must fight if he ever hopes to see his Coronis again.
Coronis’ duty is to marry, but she yearns for so much more. She is a fierce competitor, a hunter, skilled in strategy and reason. Those that would court her lack both the mind and the body to rival hers - she will settle for no less. As a mortal, Apollo was both infuriating and tempting. But Apollo the Olympian is terrifying. She fears giving him her heart might destroy her soul.
Demeter’s need for revenge pits Olympian against Olympian, forcing Apollo into a darkness the God of Light must fight if he ever hopes to see his Coronis again.
ebook
First published August 16, 2015
21 people are currently reading
576 people want to read
About the author
Sasha Summers
135 books832 followersUSA Today Bestselling Author Sasha Summers writes stories that celebrate the ups and downs, loves and losses, ordinary and extraordinary occurrences of life. Sasha pens fiction in multiple genres and hopes each and every book will draw readers in and set them on an emotional and rewarding journey. When not writing, she’s reading or spending time with her family somewhere in the Texas Hill Country. With a puppy on her lap and her favorite Thor mug full of coffee, Sasha is currently working on her next novel.
She adores hearing from fans and invites you to visit her online.
Facebook: Sasha Summers Author, Twitter: @sashawrites, or her website: www.sashasummers.com
She adores hearing from fans and invites you to visit her online.
Facebook: Sasha Summers Author, Twitter: @sashawrites, or her website: www.sashasummers.com
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 17 of 17 reviews
March 21, 2018
Really enjoyed this story
October 21, 2015
This is the third book in a series, and I'm probably sure I should have read it in order. That said, I still was able to enjoy this book--after I sorted out the backstory.
This is a historical romance of Ancient Greece featuring Olympian god Apollo finding love, unexpectedly, with a mortal princess.
While the pantheon of Olympus squabbles regarding the vengeance Demeter wishes to wreak over a shade who hunts her daughter Persephone, Apollo and Hermes travel to Delphi to compete in the Pythian Games, celebrating Apollo's ancient victory over a dragon. En route, Apollo catches sight of a huntress in the wood, Coronis. She is a fantastic physical specimen, and her form while hunting is admirable. He is taken by her physical charms, and thrown off by her acid tongue.
Coronis is off-balance whenever she encounters the beautiful and arrogant (she assumes) Apollo. However, the longer he competes in the games, the more she realizes that his pride is well-deserved. Time and again he stands up for her, and risks much to save her from a forced marriage to Damocles.
Poseidon and Daphne, both angry with Apollo, are set on separating the pair, even after Apollo pledges to marry and remain faithful to Coronis. One reviewer complained that there's a lot of sex in this book. Ha! The first sexy scene between Apollo and Coronis happens on their wedding night, and there are few scenes after that. It's not THAT much sex, enough to cement their relationship, which is something that Apollo doubts greatly.
He has never experienced real love, and Coronis possesses such a feisty, hard-won heart that he's not sure she truly does love him. HE feels that he loves her heart and soul, and wants to make her an immortal, the sooner the better, as he's had troubling images of her being attacked since they first met. He also sees their son growing strong, so he knows they have a life together, but--and this is probably mythologically accurate--it's not exactly a happily ever after. I won't spoil this, but the end is more bitter than sweet. The scheming Olympians have their way, and it leads to heartbreak and bloodshed.
I liked the story. It was interesting and creative. I felt a part of this ancient society, and found it playful and engaging. I'd love to have a god worshiping me, as Apollo did for Coronis. His heart was open, and he reveled in the moments that he felts hers was, as well. There was plenty of plot to move the story along, between Coronis' unknown lineage, Damocles' antics, and Apollo's champion performances. How comical when the man you've been sniping at is suddenly revealed to be the god you worship and appeal to for guidance! Poor Coronis, I really did sympathize.
I did have a serious problem in the amount of grammatical errors I found in my review copy. Not sure if I was sent an uncorrected ARC, but there were so many errors (misused homophones, missing words, punctuation, misspellings) that I truly hope so, and I hope all was corrected in the for sale copy.
This is a historical romance of Ancient Greece featuring Olympian god Apollo finding love, unexpectedly, with a mortal princess.
While the pantheon of Olympus squabbles regarding the vengeance Demeter wishes to wreak over a shade who hunts her daughter Persephone, Apollo and Hermes travel to Delphi to compete in the Pythian Games, celebrating Apollo's ancient victory over a dragon. En route, Apollo catches sight of a huntress in the wood, Coronis. She is a fantastic physical specimen, and her form while hunting is admirable. He is taken by her physical charms, and thrown off by her acid tongue.
Coronis is off-balance whenever she encounters the beautiful and arrogant (she assumes) Apollo. However, the longer he competes in the games, the more she realizes that his pride is well-deserved. Time and again he stands up for her, and risks much to save her from a forced marriage to Damocles.
Poseidon and Daphne, both angry with Apollo, are set on separating the pair, even after Apollo pledges to marry and remain faithful to Coronis. One reviewer complained that there's a lot of sex in this book. Ha! The first sexy scene between Apollo and Coronis happens on their wedding night, and there are few scenes after that. It's not THAT much sex, enough to cement their relationship, which is something that Apollo doubts greatly.
He has never experienced real love, and Coronis possesses such a feisty, hard-won heart that he's not sure she truly does love him. HE feels that he loves her heart and soul, and wants to make her an immortal, the sooner the better, as he's had troubling images of her being attacked since they first met. He also sees their son growing strong, so he knows they have a life together, but--and this is probably mythologically accurate--it's not exactly a happily ever after. I won't spoil this, but the end is more bitter than sweet. The scheming Olympians have their way, and it leads to heartbreak and bloodshed.
I liked the story. It was interesting and creative. I felt a part of this ancient society, and found it playful and engaging. I'd love to have a god worshiping me, as Apollo did for Coronis. His heart was open, and he reveled in the moments that he felts hers was, as well. There was plenty of plot to move the story along, between Coronis' unknown lineage, Damocles' antics, and Apollo's champion performances. How comical when the man you've been sniping at is suddenly revealed to be the god you worship and appeal to for guidance! Poor Coronis, I really did sympathize.
I did have a serious problem in the amount of grammatical errors I found in my review copy. Not sure if I was sent an uncorrected ARC, but there were so many errors (misused homophones, missing words, punctuation, misspellings) that I truly hope so, and I hope all was corrected in the for sale copy.
December 1, 2015
Spoilers ahead
“You’ve come to compete in the games?” she asked as they cleared the tree line.
Apollo looked at her. “To win.”
She arched a brow at him. “To win what?”
“All, lady.” Apollo winked at her, his smile strong and sure.”
This is the first time I have read Sasha Summer's work. "Eclipsing Apollo" the third book in the 'Loves of Olympus' series but it can be read as a stand alone. I chose to review this book because I'm fascinated with mythology. Since this is a retelling of a Greek myth you can google a little and know what to expect. You know I'm a big romance fan so I always hope for a HEA, but in this case we don't get one.
It's Ancient Greece and the Olympian gods Apollo and Hermes decide to compete in the Pythian Games. I enjoyed that we get to see other gods and get a taste of some of their tales. The heroine, Coronis, is pretty, clever and very independent for the time. And the hero...Well, he's a god! As handsome as one can be. They have nice chemistry together.
You can picture this book as a sexy historical fiction with paranormal elements! I had some trouble with pacing at the beginning, but other than that I had a great time reading Eclipsing Apollo. And of course I would have loved a HEA too.
Book received by the author in exchange for a honest review.
“You’ve come to compete in the games?” she asked as they cleared the tree line.
Apollo looked at her. “To win.”
She arched a brow at him. “To win what?”
“All, lady.” Apollo winked at her, his smile strong and sure.”
This is the first time I have read Sasha Summer's work. "Eclipsing Apollo" the third book in the 'Loves of Olympus' series but it can be read as a stand alone. I chose to review this book because I'm fascinated with mythology. Since this is a retelling of a Greek myth you can google a little and know what to expect. You know I'm a big romance fan so I always hope for a HEA, but in this case we don't get one.
It's Ancient Greece and the Olympian gods Apollo and Hermes decide to compete in the Pythian Games. I enjoyed that we get to see other gods and get a taste of some of their tales. The heroine, Coronis, is pretty, clever and very independent for the time. And the hero...Well, he's a god! As handsome as one can be. They have nice chemistry together.
You can picture this book as a sexy historical fiction with paranormal elements! I had some trouble with pacing at the beginning, but other than that I had a great time reading Eclipsing Apollo. And of course I would have loved a HEA too.
Book received by the author in exchange for a honest review.
February 18, 2017
5 stars❤
I wasnt expecting giving this book a 5 stars at all.. Im happy I did tho xD..
I cant believe there are no more books in this series :'( .. I NEED MORE!!
I loved this book❤
I wasnt expecting giving this book a 5 stars at all.. Im happy I did tho xD..
I cant believe there are no more books in this series :'( .. I NEED MORE!!
I loved this book❤
January 20, 2018
Please get a proofreader
While the stories are good, spelling and grammatical errors are so abundant that they distract from the tale. One chapter, I believe the third, ends in "his l". Please please please let someone proofread the manuscripts. If you can't find someone, message me. I'll even lend a hand.
While the stories are good, spelling and grammatical errors are so abundant that they distract from the tale. One chapter, I believe the third, ends in "his l". Please please please let someone proofread the manuscripts. If you can't find someone, message me. I'll even lend a hand.
August 18, 2015
This story leaves me aching. Unlike the first two books in the Love of Olympus series, ECLIPSING APOLLO has a decidedly and, in my opinion, unnecessarily tragic ending. I can't fathom why things had to end this way for Apollo & Coronis. My heart hurts so much after reading this. I feel that there could've been a better way to end this story with a preferably happy ending. I'm just left asking the question...WHY?!!! Why did Coronis have to die?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 2, 2015
"Eclipsing Apollo" by Sasha Summers is part of the 'Loves of Olympus' series and is a retelling of several elements of Greek mythology, particularly events involving the interactions between Apollo and the humans who populate his favored city of Delphi. A celebration of the Pythian games draws Apollo and Hermes to interact with mortals who have no idea of the honor being bestowed upon them. King Phlegys’ daughter, Coronis, enthralls Apollo but becomes an unwitting pawn in an ongoing struggle amongst many of the deities. Coronis must figure out whether it is possible to believe in eternal happiness with a god and Apollo will have to figure out whether he can give his heart to a mortal.
This deftly told story brings to life many of the beings who populate the fascinating tales of the gods in Olympus and the way they interact (and interfere) with the mortals on Earth. The author does a nice job of bringing to life some of the salient details of several different tales, including those of Demeter, Persephone, and Hades; Demeter’s feud with Erysichthon; and the conflict between various mortal factions, but I think that a few liberties may have been taken with some of the events as this version differs from some of the ones that I have read. Despite that, the story does a nice job of evoking some of the excitement and fascination with the competitions of the era, and the heroine’s expertise in one particular skill is inspirational—although one wishes she was a bit more unconventional in other aspects. The story is a combination of sensual romance and cautionary tale and provided an enjoyable reminder of the complicated relationship between the Greek gods and their subjects.
A copy of this title was provided for review
This deftly told story brings to life many of the beings who populate the fascinating tales of the gods in Olympus and the way they interact (and interfere) with the mortals on Earth. The author does a nice job of bringing to life some of the salient details of several different tales, including those of Demeter, Persephone, and Hades; Demeter’s feud with Erysichthon; and the conflict between various mortal factions, but I think that a few liberties may have been taken with some of the events as this version differs from some of the ones that I have read. Despite that, the story does a nice job of evoking some of the excitement and fascination with the competitions of the era, and the heroine’s expertise in one particular skill is inspirational—although one wishes she was a bit more unconventional in other aspects. The story is a combination of sensual romance and cautionary tale and provided an enjoyable reminder of the complicated relationship between the Greek gods and their subjects.
A copy of this title was provided for review
August 21, 2015
I continue to enjoy the writing of Sasha Summers and, in particular, her Loves of Olympus series. There is such a lyrical quality to her writing, especially when her characters speak. I loved how this story tied in so nicely with the previous book (For the Love of Hades). I really liked seeing so many members of the pantheon appearing in this one. I thoroughly enjoyed watching a god fall in love with a mortal and vice versa. And I must be a masochist because I even liked the sad bits. Fair warning: the HEA is bittersweet. I cried. A lot. As it is a retelling of a Greek myth, I expected it and didn’t mind.
Unfortunately there were a few issues that made this a not-quite perfect read for me and they exist pretty much entirely in the first half of the book. The sequence of events in the first half of the story felt a little disjointed and I can’t quite put my finger on why. The motivations of some of the characters seemed a bit unclear at the beginning as well and some of the actions they took still seemed unexplained by the end of the book. Coronis’ character gave me trouble in the first half as she came across as fickle. That was resolved for me when more of her motivation and backstory became clear in the second half of the book, but I wish that light had been shed sooner.
Despite these issues, I feel that this is a wonderful addition to the Loves of Olympus series.
Unfortunately there were a few issues that made this a not-quite perfect read for me and they exist pretty much entirely in the first half of the book. The sequence of events in the first half of the story felt a little disjointed and I can’t quite put my finger on why. The motivations of some of the characters seemed a bit unclear at the beginning as well and some of the actions they took still seemed unexplained by the end of the book. Coronis’ character gave me trouble in the first half as she came across as fickle. That was resolved for me when more of her motivation and backstory became clear in the second half of the book, but I wish that light had been shed sooner.
Despite these issues, I feel that this is a wonderful addition to the Loves of Olympus series.
May 4, 2017
Just as amazing as the other two
I have read all three books and all three have had me wrapped up in them. The love, hate, hurt, conflict, manipulation, suspense even....everything in this book is written beautifully. I was so enthralled in the writing I did not want to put it down. I only wish I could experience what is written.
I have read all three books and all three have had me wrapped up in them. The love, hate, hurt, conflict, manipulation, suspense even....everything in this book is written beautifully. I was so enthralled in the writing I did not want to put it down. I only wish I could experience what is written.
May 23, 2019
Easy to read and enjoy
Loved the story full of love and sorrow and lust and courage as every good story is. Easy to read and fits will with the others in the collection.
Loved the story full of love and sorrow and lust and courage as every good story is. Easy to read and fits will with the others in the collection.
March 26, 2019
This was my least favorite of the 3 but still a good book. I really enjoyed Hermes and wished he had his own book. I felt the motivations were a little off but other than that a solid book to round out the trilogy.
May 10, 2018
Que saudade.
January 1, 2020
While I liked this story, it was completely unrealistic, and it showed a lack of knowledge about Ancient Greece and Greek Mythology; the gods were cruel, toyed with mortals, didn't have any pity. In this story, the gods lack their cruelty. The only god who was somewhat decent and faithful to the greek myths is Poseidon.
Who cursed Cassandra? Who slayed Marsyas? It was Apollo, god of light and truth, a womanizer. And in this book, he's no better than a teenager boy with his crush. He falls in love with Coronis for no apparent reason but her beauty. Ah, Coronis! Here we go: in mythology she cheated on him and he killed her, though the version is different in this book. I can't also believe the author made the nymph Daphne -Apollo's first love in the myths- to be slutty and all.
That was completely unforgivable for the mythology lover that I am. But more than that, nothing explained the relationship with Coronis, as I've said before. What makes her so different? Her beauty? The fact that she's supposed to be a bad-ass when she's not really one? And Hermes, poor Hermes. I also couldn't believe the fact that TWO OLYMPIAN GODS would kneel before a mortal king. Just no.
The author took lots of liberty with this story regarding mythlogy. Also, Delphi wasn't a city where people lived and ruled -mistakesssssss-.
As for the writing, it was okay, though I was disappointed by the description: Ancient Greece was beautiful, but this book showed none of that. The ending too was disappointing, though it was unexpected.
Still it was an enjoyable read, and if the author decides to write books about gods I like, I would probably read them.
Who cursed Cassandra? Who slayed Marsyas? It was Apollo, god of light and truth, a womanizer. And in this book, he's no better than a teenager boy with his crush. He falls in love with Coronis for no apparent reason but her beauty. Ah, Coronis! Here we go: in mythology she cheated on him and he killed her, though the version is different in this book. I can't also believe the author made the nymph Daphne -Apollo's first love in the myths- to be slutty and all.
That was completely unforgivable for the mythology lover that I am. But more than that, nothing explained the relationship with Coronis, as I've said before. What makes her so different? Her beauty? The fact that she's supposed to be a bad-ass when she's not really one? And Hermes, poor Hermes. I also couldn't believe the fact that TWO OLYMPIAN GODS would kneel before a mortal king. Just no.
The author took lots of liberty with this story regarding mythlogy. Also, Delphi wasn't a city where people lived and ruled -mistakesssssss-.
As for the writing, it was okay, though I was disappointed by the description: Ancient Greece was beautiful, but this book showed none of that. The ending too was disappointing, though it was unexpected.
Still it was an enjoyable read, and if the author decides to write books about gods I like, I would probably read them.
November 9, 2015
Eclipsing Apollo is an intriguing romance tale between a God and a Mortal.
Our God, Apollo, began to developed strong feelings for Coronis, our reluctant, independent, intelligent and beautiful heroine, this infuriates Poseidon and Daphne who are determined to separate the couple.
The story begins slow and with confusing situations, but near the end everything closes; the main characters have strong chemistry, both are complex and well-developed, their relationship is full of sexual tension and high amounts of devoted love (mainly from Apollo). I really enjoyed the greek myth back story, there are so many interesting characters!
Regarding the plot, there are some twists and turns that keep you entertained and one unexpected ending, you could say that there are many emotions involved, you're going to swoon, love, hate and cry.
I recommend this book to paranormal romance readers.
*I received a Free copy in exchange for an Honest Review*
Our God, Apollo, began to developed strong feelings for Coronis, our reluctant, independent, intelligent and beautiful heroine, this infuriates Poseidon and Daphne who are determined to separate the couple.
The story begins slow and with confusing situations, but near the end everything closes; the main characters have strong chemistry, both are complex and well-developed, their relationship is full of sexual tension and high amounts of devoted love (mainly from Apollo). I really enjoyed the greek myth back story, there are so many interesting characters!
Regarding the plot, there are some twists and turns that keep you entertained and one unexpected ending, you could say that there are many emotions involved, you're going to swoon, love, hate and cry.
I recommend this book to paranormal romance readers.
*I received a Free copy in exchange for an Honest Review*
April 16, 2016
I really wanted to like this more than I did.. it just wasn't as good as the others in this series. Mostly I really just don't like love stories that revolve around an egotistic guy getting off on making a girl mad/annoying her, and then even though the girl hates the guy at the start, she miraculously falls in love with him. Every time Apollo was like "aw yeah look at her scowl at me that's hot" I went blech. They're relationship just didn't seem realistic, but unfortunately I feel like this kind of love story happens too often in media these days. The romance just wasn't as sweet or heartfelt as the last two books. And I thought the ending felt rushed and was disappointing. If there are going to be more in this series, I hope they're more like the first two books!
February 12, 2016
Apollo's story!!! Every page consumes you!
March 15, 2016
Reading these books makes you dislike posieden immensely. Wonderful story...a bit too loved up for my tastes, but beautiful non the less.
Displaying 1 - 17 of 17 reviews