The Helm of Darkness

War on the Gods #1

by A.P. Mobley

Andy and Zoey are two normal teenagers living in the modern day—that is, until they’re knocked unconscious in a freak storm sweeping the United States.

When they wake up, the world they know has been tossed away. Their city is in ruins, strange creatures walk the earth, and worst of all, everyone is gone. They stumble across Diana and Spencer, two kids around their age who possess incredible magical abilities, and who claim to be the demigod children of Greek gods. Not only that, they also claim the year is 500 AS, five hundred years after the gods conjured a massive storm that destroyed most of humanity and helped them take the world as their own once again.

Andy and Zoey are soon handed an impossible task: To save humanity. To lead a war on the gods.

They’ll have to battle monsters, death, and their own inner demons to survive and to protect the people they love.

Genres: Fantasy, Mythology, Young Adult, Fiction, Dystopia, Adventure, Greek Mythology

268 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 3, 2018

About the author

A. P. Mobley is the Halloween-loving, rock-music-obsessed author of dark fantasy inspired by mythology. She doesn’t only write about her favorite myths, folktales, and fairy tales in her books, though; she discusses them on her podcast, Myths (& Folktales & Fairy tales), as well as on her blog and newsletter. She grew up in Wyoming and Nebraska and currently lives in South Dakota, and when she’s not up to her elbows in research for her next project, she can be found consuming dangerous amounts of coffee, reading speculative fiction, or rewatching The Good Place.

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Reviews

[Dianne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Being released just in time for summer vacation, A.P. Mobley’s THE HELM OF DARKNESS is “fantasy” enough to enthrall young adult readers as the power and determination of youth is tested to the limits in a world decimated in the blink of an eye.

One minute it was a normal day for Andy and Zoey, the next, the sky was raining deadly swords and all that they knew, everyone they loved was dead. Then, in the blink of an eye, they are thrust five hundred years into the future, caught up in a world where Greek gods are real and they are the last chance that humanity has to survive.

With unlikely allies by their side, they will be tasked with entering the bowels of Hades to retrieve THE HELM OF DARKNESS in the first step to taking back the world.

A.P. Mobley has created a world of fantasy, a world of danger and the unknown where monsters are real, demigods walk the earth and the gods are caught up in their own quests for power and control. Feel what Andy and Zoey feel, see the world through their eyes and be part of a great adventure that is spellbinding! These characters are not superheroes, they are kids caught up in a war not of their making, but, in the invincible spirit of youth, through their doubts and fears, they undertake the impossible in the name of humanity!

Fabulous reading! Incredible world-building! Characters that come to life! Tons of twists, lots of action! A great escape into the world of reading and imagination!

I received a complimentary ARC edition from A.P. Mobley!

Series: War on the Gods - Book 1
Publisher: Sea of Ink Press ; 1 edition (June 3, 2018)
Publication Date: June 3, 2018
Genre: YA Fantasy | Mythology
Number of Pages: 268
Available from: Amazon
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[rebecca | velvet opus · Rating 3 out of 5]

"When the world is taken back, and monsters rule the trees, blood of a demigod will spill. Two mortals will rise, two from the Before, reborn from sacrifice. And when the sky is black and green, and the heavens cry, they will lead a war. A war on the gods."

Five-hundred years after gods attempt to wipe out human-kind, teenagers Andy and Zoey awaken, charged with a prophecy to wage a war on the gods. Accompanied by two demi-gods, this YA adventure is the first in a series of books focusing on the first trial they must overcome, obtaining the Helm of Darkness, in order to save the world.

This was a fun YA adventure, dipped in greek mythology and lore, with some neat demi-god powers, winged pegasi, a love triangle and hinted f/f romance. There’s a fierce character called Kalia, who, although she has a small part, I adored. There were a lot of teenagers stomping their feet, so I felt a bit old reading this: would recommend it to a younger teen audience! However, do check out the content warnings.

CW: sibling death, romantic demi-god sibling relationships, mutilation.

The book is dedicated to “all the people out there going through a hard time” which is lovely. The author is incredibly nice too, go check her out on Instagram for some cool extra content! I read an eBook but I saw a sneak peek of an audiobook version, plus there should be some physical copies floating around wherever books are sold…

Thank you to the author for a review copy via Book Sirens!

[C.E. Clayton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Are you like me and hold a special place for Greek Mythology in your heart? Do you also enjoy YA dystopians with some seriously tragic characters? Then let me introduce you to “Helm of Darkness”. In a nutshell, this book is about the classic Greek Gods (Zeus, Hades, Poseidon, you know, that old gang) getting fed up with being forgotten by us mortals. So, in classic Greek God fashion, they destroy the world and make all us mortals worship them once more. How charming. Except there’s this prophecy, because of course, and this prophecy says that two mortals are going to save the day! Usually I am not the biggest fan of these types of tropes, but I was here for it this time.

The “prophesized one” trope is a pretty standard go to in YA books, and I usually don’t like it because it’s often used as a way to hand wave away a bunch of things for the main characters. “How am I supposed to beat the gods? I’m just a kid!” “Don’t worry about that, the prophecy says you’ll be great!” *is instantly good at all things*. There is some of that here, but both our MC’s, Zoey and Andy, our modern day heroes, both fail. They aren’t instantly good at, well, anything in this new world. They even want to give up and die, not wanting to even be involved in this madness when everyone else they know and love is dead. It’s such a real moment, such a refreshing take on this old trope, that it helped me get over my own personal issues with these kinds of story mechanics.

But the thing that really had me loving this book was the tragedy that is pretty much every single character. They all have such rich backstories that really shape their actions and decisions, and you see it coming to fruition on the page. It’s wonderful! Even characters that are supposed to be the semi-bad guys have such painful backstories that shaped them, that you ache for them just as much as you do the heroes who are all suffering from loss and feeling overwhelmed, and just getting knocked around by monsters almost on the daily. It humanizes so many of the otherwise “godly” characters that I was pleasantly surprised, and was looking at these classic myths in a new light. Speaking of which, that’s another thing that was a lot of fun in this book: the inclusion of the classic monster’s and myths. I loved reading the author’s take on Medusa, and especially Persephone, that even though those stories were all very familiar to me, they felt fresh and new all over again.

This was fast paced, dystopian adventure that I think fans of Percy Jackson would enjoy. There are some darker elements, some instances of gore, and some twists I never saw coming, so this may be better for those fans who age out of Percy. The adventure moves seriously fast, and while I sometimes I wished it would slow down and show me more of this ruined world, more instances with the gods, or even showing why Andy and Zoey, out of billions of people, were the ones to be brought back, I highly enjoyed the ride. So I’m giving it an enthusiastic 4.5 stars! Even though the first book is a complete story, it does end on a little bit of a cliffhanger that makes me so excited for the next books in this trilogy. And thanks to the author for sending me a copy for an honest review!

[JK · Rating 5 out of 5]

Greek gods and mythology have always been a fascination of mine, and to see Mobley bring them to life here was delicious. Contrast the gods, monsters, and demigods, with a couple of modern kids and we have got ourselves a novel. It was delightful to hear some of the smaller details of the myths be introduced and weaved into the plot (favourite: Persephone’s incarceration in Hades and how this created the seasons), and I was just living for it all.

For the first time, I have faced the gods as people: beings with personalities, family ties, love. And these individual personalities have resulted in the world as we know it being destroyed, and the gods coming to the fore to rule. Our modern kids, Andy and Zoey, are resurrected to save the day. YES. They are tasked with defeating the gods, but first they need to steal their three objects of power, the first being the novel’s namesake - The Helm of Darkness. Three objects of power, folks, has trilogy written all over it - MORE YES.

Mobley’s characterisation here is incredible. Even the smallest of characters has a backstory, invoking such a love and engagement in me that it was difficult to drag myself away. I loved all of our protagonists deeply, despite their flaws and behaviours. My heart bled most for Darko the satyr - ugh! <3

Her creation of monsters was also fascinating - I’m probably not educated enough on Greek mythology to comment on whether they were entirely born of Mobley’s mind, or came straight from the pages of lore, but it doesn’t matter. The monsters, the terror, the fights - all fast-paced yet of perfect length to hold attention, and each fight markedly different from the last (pet hate: too much fighting the same enemies in the same settings, with the same weapons). The variety was spot on.

It’s been a while since I’ve been sent something to review I’ve been so invested in. Mobley has nailed every single aspect of this, and I’m so grateful she has chosen me to give this one a shot. I don’t know how she did it, but I feel as though she’s been peering into my mind. I am so pleased with this, and so excited for the sequel. I can only hope Mobley considers me again for a review as I am desperate to continue this journey in my team of mortals, demigods, and the most kind-hearted satyr to grace the pages of young adult fiction.

[Briana · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an amazing read. I love Greek mythology and this was a great take on the myths. And as a lover of Percy Jackson, this was awesome. There were even moments I could tell there was hints of that series peeking through. It was a little more fast paced than I would have liked but overall a great read and I can't wait to find out what happens next.

[Christopher Schmitz · Rating 5 out of 5]

A.P. Mobley’s Helm of Darkness looks incredibly promising. Mobley knows how to tell a story with good pacing and that picks up on timeless themes, and I’m a sucker for apocalyptic stories.
It was well paced and the storytelling was tight. Mobley has a great concept and I was looking forward to this book for a while, and the book ends with a setup and promise of a sequel. This was a great YA book which would be a solid read for anyone who reads mythology-styled fantasy.
Helm of Darkness has a feel like Rick Riordan meets Stargate (the movie), or maybe Road Warrior meets Clash of Titans.
I got a copy for free to review at Inside the Inkwell blog, but you should head over to Amazon and pick up a copy.

[Charlotte · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two mortals......Demigods.......vengeful Gods and a prophecy!


This is all I'd hoped for and more! I was hooked after reading The Shield of Nike and this has only drawn me deeper into this brilliant world.

     I'm loving the way the characters are growing and developing, how Zoey and Andy react differently to events and finding out that they are the two mortals spoken of in the prophecy.

     As you get a deeper insight and understanding of the Demigods your feelings about them might change....mine did. I felt sorrow and sympathy. And as the story progresses you get a better idea of why things happen. There is plenty still to be answered and many more questions will arise. So I'm waiting for the next book as there's a cliffhanger I need to get to grips with!


It's hard to pick a favourite character, they're all well written....perhaps Spencer would be the one. He's loyal, strong, a great friend, hot, dependable and intelligent. 


I dislike Zeus, he's been written as the perfect bad guy. My feelings don't change much except to dislike him more and more.


There are some gruesome bits in the book, they're needed to show how dire the situation is and to push this up to the young adult category. Which is where it firmly belongs.

     Our mortals and Demigods go through many things....love, loss, betrayal and great peril. It's edge of your seat reading, even the none action parts aren't boring, which is always a good thing. You're on the lookout for the next danger.


A perfect young adult read for a lover of Greek mythology and adventure. Great for a rainy day.....weekend....or any day ending with a y!


Can't wait for the next chapter in this fab series.

[Alessandro Reale · Rating 5 out of 5]

Do you like Greek mythology? Do you like young adult adventure/action stories? Are you looking for a new book to add to your reading collection? Well, A.P. Mobley's The Helm of Darkness is for you!

As a huge fan of Greek mythology, I'm constantly on the hunt for novels that feature my favorite heroes, gods, and creatures. I was so happy when I got in touch with Mobley and discovered her debut novel, The Helm of Darkness, which is the first book in the War on the Gods series.

Helm follows two young teenagers, Andy and Zoey, who find themselves in a world now inhabited by creatures and characters from Greek mythology: Stymphalian birds, Medusa, Pegasi, and much more! For fans of Greek mythology, this story is like a treasure trove of references that is bound to satisfy your appetite. However, I do wish we could've seen more!

Andy and Zoey are tasked with stealing the Helm of Darkness, a magical item that belongs to Hades, God of the Underworld, to help them take on the rest of the Greek pantheon. Along the way, they align themselves with the sons and daughters of other gods, who show them how to be heroes and save the world.

Mobley's unique and direct writing style is like a breath of fresh air after some of the other books I've been reading over the past few months. She knows how to tell the story without adding unnecessary filler. Every word, every line, every action by the characters serves a purpose in pushing the story forward, and this direct approach allows the reader to fly through the book with ease.

I'm looking forward to reading the next chapters in the War on the Gods series; I just hope Mobley is already hard at work on book two!

[Stephanie (Gorelenore) Cover2CoverBlog · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really have a love for books about the Greek gods - much like I have been really enjoying retellings and this is a fun one that kind of incorporates both things. The book is about two teens reincarnated to battle with the gods that have taken over the world again after fearing that humans only believed them to be myth and forgetting about them. Andy and Zoey have to find a way to defeat these all-powerful gods and return the world to the way it was before.

This was such a quickly paced book. I flew through it. The action was evenly dispersed and there was just enough character building to keep me interested, but it is also the first book of a series so there was some build up and in the end - a bit of a cliffhanger.

Zoey, one of our main characters has had a life of hard-knocks up to this point and she has had to put herself through a lot to get here. Andy, the other character, has also had some struggles too but not as many as Zoey. These were great characters but I think I found more love for the others that play more minor roles - the demigod teens that are helping them. I found them SO interesting.

Characters aside the plot was pretty good too. There are monster battles and a trip to Hades and even some wounds. As far as Greek god stories I really enjoyed this one. I really liked that Zeus has been made out to be this horrible god with a lot of jealousy and a horrible temper, that seems fitting.

If you like mythological fantasy, I think this would be a great one to pick up.

[Eileen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a nice surprise as you never know what you'll get with a new author, but I thought this was a very interesting take on Greek Mythology as two people are taken from the world as it is destroyed and brought 500 years into the future when Greek Gods once again rule the earth and monsters roam all over the place wreaking havoc with the survivors of the apocalypse. Interestingly I just finished Rick Riordan's Demigod Diaries not too long ago and just finished his Egyptian trilogy today, so it was interesting to read this book in the midst of all that. Although the author is new, I found her book to be very readable and well-edited and the story kept my interest throughout. I've read a lot of Greek mythology, but I thought this was a unique way of bringing Greek mythology into an apocalyptic future. I enjoyed the introduction to the characters and look forward to seeing how they develop more in the future. In some ways, I wish I hadn't discovered this book until AFTER she finished the 2nd and 3rd book, but I loved this story enough that I will be waiting to pounce when she finishes the 2nd and 3rd books.

Special thanks to #APMobley and #BookSirens for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Angi Plant · Rating 4 out of 5]

Independent Reviewer for Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!

Apocalyptic YA fantasy tied up with Gods, monsters, you name it!
Does it work? Absolutely it does.

You can feel for every character in a way you would not expect. The plots and subplots are woven so nicely together that if you know nothing about myths and legends, though reading this you could easily believe everything is true, you will get to the end and it will whet your appetite for more about the Gods and Godesses.

It’s an excellent read and so many readers of different genres could enjoy this. I’m thoroughly recommending this even if the genres it covers aren’t your usual bag.

I found all the characters rich and many faceted leaving me with no favourites. I can’t even dislike the characters I’m supposed to dislike. They’re too well written.

Thanks A.P.Mobley for a superb read!

* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and my comments here are my honest opinion. *

[SaraCat · Rating 3 out of 5]

First, I want to thank BookSirens for giving me access to this book in exchange for an honest review.

I think I would actually give this book 3.5 stars. I love the concept for this story and especially since this year I’ve also read Lore Olympus and the Percy Jackson series, I’ve been really loving seeing the Greek gods brought into modern times.

I really enjoyed almost all the scenes that had dialogue between gods/immortals and the main characters.

Some things that were not to my taste was how easily people without skill seemed to do so well against obstacles that those with skill (in Greek mythology and other characters in the book) weren’t able to accomplish. Also, the interplay of who likes who felt very cliche to me and it did not always feel like natural progressions in relationships either - including friendships.

When I read the blurb about this book I was very excited, but I don’t find myself interested in knowing what happens to the characters in the rest of the series. Though, I did feel like the story telling improved as the book continued.

Content Warning: fighting and gore, as well as bullying and abusive relationships

[Shanele · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Helm of Darkness is an exciting tale, mixing a future world of Greek mythology and two high school kids that have lost everything but each other. Andy and Zoey find themselves thrust into a world they thought was just a myth, only to realize they are the key to a prophecy. With no family left, it is up to them and some new demigod friends to save humanity from the almighty and powerful Gods.

A.P. Mobley's characters are extraordinary, yet relatable. The burdens that each of them carry will keep you turning the pages to find out if they can overcome them. She describes nightmarish monsters throughout, and Hades as a place scarier than hell. If you are not familiar with Greek mythology before reading this book, you will be obsessed with it after you are done. The story is easy to follow and you will find yourself rooting for two teens to defeat the mythical gods. I highly recommend this book and can't wait for Poseidon's Trident!

[Niamh Andrews · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a massive Percy Jackson fan I was a little worried about this book. I love Greek Mythology so I decided to give it a go. I'm so glad I did. When I find a book I enjoy I generally read it as quickly as possible. I had this read in about 3 hours or so. I loved the characters instantly. I found them relatable and captivating. I will definitely be reading the next book of the series asap. If you want an easy to read, yet great story and love all things YA and mythological you need to read this book. I received this book as a free download in return for a review.

[Cees T · Rating 5 out of 5]

First off, I would like to thank the author for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review through booksiren. Here goes:

This book has a very good story that is fast-paced. The story starts of with a fairly believable start, very chaotic and out of the blue!
Throughout the book I noticed a good character development and the story holds true to the insanity of the "older Greek divinity myths"!

All in all a very interesting read that is also very easy to digest. I flew through the book and can't wait to pick up the next book!

[Amy Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

A strong blast to the future

It's a remarkable story of Andy and Zoey, and suddenly, they are whisked away to the future ... where everything they knew was gone. It's a wild adventure, that transforms into fantasy and darkness where there is a fight for survival, survival of mankind. It's a jaw-dropping, climatic intriguing story that is written for the young adult, but anyone who enjoys a good fantasy and delve into the future will enjoy it as well.

[Sathepine Marco · Rating 3 out of 5]

A sweet dive into the world of greek mythology

A sweet dive into the world of greek mythology in the eyes of young adult humans and demigods. As a fan of greek mythology, this is definitely a fun read for me, although it caters to much younger readers than myself. Maybe apart from Spencer, I couldn’t find myself that much invested in the main characters, but the adventure and the world-building makes for a wonderful ride. A solid start to a series and will definitely check out the sequel!

[Tamara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Why did the Greek Gods try to destroy the world as we know it?

This a is good book for all ages. It's a story of loss and of trials. The mythical Greek gods are back. They have destroyed our world as we know it, but thanks to a selfless demigod, two mortals are back, they come from our time. They are young, just on the verge of being considered adults.

Zoey has led a hard life and is glad for a chance to start fresh. Andy has lost everyone he cares about, except the girl he has been crushing on for a while.

They are told that there is a prophecy that claims two mortals will start a war with the Gods and the Fates say they must steal the 3 most powerful objects the gods have. The first is the Helm of Darkness.

This is a must read to find out what obstacles they must overcome. I love books with myths and legends involved. I enjoy some twisting of the myths.

This could be considered similar to Percy Jackson and the Lighting Thief, but it is more on the mortal side with help from demigods instead of demigods being the only heroes.

[Jamie Hurich · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great Action

I'm not very familiar with this genre of literature but I absolutely loved this book. I will pass it on to my young adult grand children, boys and girls and I believe they will all enjoy it as well. Great review of Greek Mythology and the mere mortals are hero's as well. I look forward to Book 2. This story 4 really kept my attention!

[Zoey P · Rating 4 out of 5]

I fell into this book hard and loved the ride! I would say that my one major downfall was the setting. It wasn't explained enough for me to be able to carry much of the location or what it looked like. Does it look similar to 500 years ago when the world ended? No clue.

However the characters were what really sold it for me! They were always growing and trying to understand the world around them. I liked Zoey and her fierce determination and Andy and his fierce love for his family. It made them feel more real.

For someone who loves Greek myth, I would say this book felt like a new take on the demigod idea. I enjoyed the idea of gods needing to be overthrown and changed from the way that they were ruling. I will definitely pick up the next book to read what will happen next.

***I received this book as an ARC for free for my honest review and am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Salla · Rating 3 out of 5]

Full Review:
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Two average mortals are resurrected five hundred years after their deaths in the apocalyptic storm caused by Greek Gods. And now they have to wage war against the same Gods.

[Caleb Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book so much.

Ok, so if you like greek mythology, if you like action, and if you like strong characters then this is the read for you. No joke I read it within two days because I couldn't put the book down.

[Mikki Gardner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the characters and the stories behind them all! Very inticing plot, can't wait to read the next book!

[Marcus E. Bray · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good can't wait to read the next one!!!!

[Bridget Owensby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good retelling of ancient Gods

What would happen if the gods were real? What if they came back?

This story is a great telling of possibility if they decided to return.

[Jessa Julian · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was absolutely in love with this book from the first page. Not only does Mobley know how to craft a story to keep her readers engaged, she is more than willing to help her readers learn. After reading more of the book, I was surprised by how fast-paced her plot was. Typically, I prefer if the plot slows down just a little more than what Mobley presented, but her target audience isn't 25 year old English teachers. Her target audience is the kids I teach and they would be absolutely in love with this book. I want to do something a little different for this book. Allow me to tell you why this is an absolutely necessary addition to any English teacher's classroom library.

First, Mobley made d*** sure to include a good amount of wonderful information on the Greek gods and goddesses. I would LOVE to get my hands on some classroom copies of this book to introduce my seventh and eighth grade students to the Greek pantheon. They would be enthralled by the story and forget that they were learning World Literature at the same time. Not only would this benefit them in their current stage of school, but in eleventh grade when I teach World Literature! This book is a wonderful way to present students with ideas from other cultures and broaden their horizons.

Second, Mobley is seriously talented in the ways of character creation. OMG!!! So many of my students would fall madly in love with the characters because they are so stinking easy to relate to! I love that Andy gives the boys an example of someone their age who isn't afraid to love their family or to show their feelings. He isn't a super macho guy and I don't think that there should be as much pressure on today's boys to be unrealistically macho either. Andy is physically strong, but his real importance lays in the strength of his emotions. Additionally, Zoey is a wonderful role model for girls who deal with rumors and bullying. She knows the truth. Even though she hates the rumors that circulate, she plans to build herself up and create a good future for herself that takes her far away from the nasty, sheepish girls that she has been surrounded by.

Finally, this book is engaging! It is too easy for English teachers to force kids to read books that engage us, but not them. We are engaged by different things because we're older and we've had Byron, Wordsworth, and Spenser shoved down our throats. These kids will get there, but they need books like The Helm of Darkness to open the doors for them and to bring them from "reading is boring" to "reading is fun!" They need these fast-paced adventures to bring them into the reading life.

Overall, I truly enjoyed this novel. I think it would really appeal to fans of Jessica Therrien and Rick Riordan.

[Michelle Dohring · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Greek gods have destroyed the modern world out of anger for the humans. Why were they angry? The gods were mad because they were forgotten and thought of as myths. Some minor gods even disappeared because they were not worshipped anymore. This scared the other gods who then decided to attack the human world. Spencer is the son of Hades and Diana is the daughter of Apollo and they have found Andy and Zoey. Andy and Zoey are now 500 years into the future. They are the fulfillment of a prophecy to determine the fate of the world and the future of all humans. The prophecy says they are here to fight and defeat the gods. They will save the world. But now the four of them must find The Fates and discover how they will fulfill the prophecy and defeat the gods. The first thing they must do is enter Hades and steal his object of power, the Helm of Darkness. The author is building an incredible world. The characters are well written. Greek mythology comes alive in the pages of this book. There is a lot of action that keeps you on the edge of your seat. This is a very good read. Their quest continues in book two. I cannot wait to read the next book in their adventure. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Shh I am Reading Leticia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow, well that was quite the beginning!

This is an awesome futuristic story filled with monsters and just oozing with Greek mythology.

Andy and Zoey up in a freak storm that destroys the world as they know it and they wake up in a new world, 500 years later! Of course it would be the Olympian Gods having a hissy fit over humans forgetting about them. Sheesh. Although their arrival is prophesized, they're thrust into an adventure and a war that two very normal teens aren't quite ready to take on.

This is an even paced book that flows and characters who are engaging whether they are a God, Demigod or a simple human. Very enjoyable!

I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. Visit me at Shh, I am Reading for more reviews!

[Julia (Pages for Thoughts) · Rating 5 out of 5]

These are ordinary kids who just lost everybody and everything they knew and loved, thrust into a war that they handled with surprisingly vast amounts of mental strength. They are just mortals, normal teenagers. There is no god-complex about them, and they don't have any powers, which makes the story more interesting and is a differentiator to most other books in the mythology space. I enjoyed seeing a darker side to the Gods. Mostly in books and in real life, we picture Gods as being heavenly light and pure with good intentions. I liked how the readers for once see the greedy, hateful, controlling side as well. Read my full review at http://pagesforthoughts.blogspot.com/...

[Nessa [October Tune] · Rating 3 out of 5]

Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This has not changed my opinion in any way.

I really liked the idea behind this book. I love mythology retellings, especially when there’s a twist – but unfortunately, this book didn’t deliver for me. I didn’t like the characters at all and the writing was a bit ‘eh’ as well. Still, like I said I loved the way the story went so that’s mostly why it got 3 stars in the end.

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