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Heart of Stone
Medusa has been cursed for nearly a decade, sequestered in an abandoned temple, forsaken by the gods and humans alike. Until a blind woman arrives, seeking assistance in journeying to Olympus to seek the aid of the gods in getting out of an arranged marriage. Slowly, Medusa finds her stone heart-melting around the kind Agrepa.
And then Perseus arrives, a Greek hero who has come for her head. Medusa must decide whether to be a monster or a protector. Or maybe both.
Heart of Stone is a high-heat queer romance, complete with a happy ending.
Trigger warnings: rape mention (not on page), abuse mention (not on page), a lot of snakes in delicate areas.
And then Perseus arrives, a Greek hero who has come for her head. Medusa must decide whether to be a monster or a protector. Or maybe both.
Heart of Stone is a high-heat queer romance, complete with a happy ending.
Trigger warnings: rape mention (not on page), abuse mention (not on page), a lot of snakes in delicate areas.
70 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 21, 2021
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March 17, 2023
Such a lovely retelling of the epic myth. I love when Medusa is given a chance at a happy ending.
February 12, 2025
"'I have seen my face in reflections... People have a reason to scream when they see me.'
'Then let me show you.' It was Agrepa's turn to cup my face. 'You'll see the beauty I see in you.'"
tw: mentions of r*pe, arranged marriage, domestic abuse
This was so soft 🥹 Oh Medusa they could NEVER make me hate you!!
The way both Medusa and Agrepa were described in this novella was so beautiful to read - their love for each other was so tender and gentle ❤️ The spice was a little bit disorienting with some of the language used as the author would sometimes switch to a more modern writing style which didn't quite seem to fit with the rest of the book? That definitely threw me off a little bit, but I still enjoyed the overall story!
I thought the nods to The Iliad were so cool, with Medusa literally reading it to Agrepa (!!) and I absolutely loved the twist on Perseus' encounter too!
3.5 stars!
★★★½
'Then let me show you.' It was Agrepa's turn to cup my face. 'You'll see the beauty I see in you.'"
tw: mentions of r*pe, arranged marriage, domestic abuse
This was so soft 🥹 Oh Medusa they could NEVER make me hate you!!
The way both Medusa and Agrepa were described in this novella was so beautiful to read - their love for each other was so tender and gentle ❤️ The spice was a little bit disorienting with some of the language used as the author would sometimes switch to a more modern writing style which didn't quite seem to fit with the rest of the book? That definitely threw me off a little bit, but I still enjoyed the overall story!
I thought the nods to The Iliad were so cool, with Medusa literally reading it to Agrepa (!!) and I absolutely loved the twist on Perseus' encounter too!
3.5 stars!
★★★½
January 15, 2024
This was an adorable novella that warmed my heart and soul. For starters, I loved Medusa and Agrepa. As a couple they were absolutely perfect, complimenting each other so well. Individually they are also great. I loved Agrepa’s courage and kindness, and how easily she accepted Medusa. As for Medusa, she was my favorite. She had truly amazing development, beginning the story bitter, lonely, and self-loathing, but by the end of the story she has found her place in the world and learned to be more open. The book’s conclusion was truly perfect for her arc. I was very impressed by the breadth of her development in such a short book. Of course, I still wish the book had been longer. This concept could have easily filled an entire novel, not just a novella, with deeper explorations of Greek mythology and the gods. Medusa’s already well done development could have been even better, and we could have gotten some more background on the characters. Also, lengthening the story would help slow down the pacing, which I found a bit fast. However, I still loved this story and recommend it.
July 11, 2024
I love happy queer girls. That is all.
September 21, 2023
Yes Yes Yes!! Read it, Buy it, Repeat
When I tell you I have Benn waiting for someone to write this story since I saw a fanmade picture of Medusa with her blind lover, so I jumped on this when I saw it. I really liked the depth of each of the characters and the sex scenes were spicy, I actually would have liked more of them. Lol. I plan to follow this author and seen what she comes up with next. I loved the diversity of Medusa as a actually a POC. I look forward to reading this out loud to my gf.
When I tell you I have Benn waiting for someone to write this story since I saw a fanmade picture of Medusa with her blind lover, so I jumped on this when I saw it. I really liked the depth of each of the characters and the sex scenes were spicy, I actually would have liked more of them. Lol. I plan to follow this author and seen what she comes up with next. I loved the diversity of Medusa as a actually a POC. I look forward to reading this out loud to my gf.
January 2, 2024
Reimagined Medusa
While I’ve always felt bad for Medusa because of the legends of her being cursed after being raped. This story, while following that myth, shows a more humane Medusa. One who doesn’t want to be bothered by the “heroes” hunting her but instead wants to be left alone. This story was a beautiful story and while short it, it made me root for the gorgon. Fantastic job! Definitely one of my new favorite!
While I’ve always felt bad for Medusa because of the legends of her being cursed after being raped. This story, while following that myth, shows a more humane Medusa. One who doesn’t want to be bothered by the “heroes” hunting her but instead wants to be left alone. This story was a beautiful story and while short it, it made me root for the gorgon. Fantastic job! Definitely one of my new favorite!
March 3, 2024
Compelling Mythic Romance
Medusa’s curse has left her lonely and grieving until a beautiful blind woman with a heart of gold wonders into her home. The two have a chance at love if Medusa’s insecurity and reckless warriors don’t get in the way.
Heart of Stone is a sweet, spicy, and compelling take on the famous Medusa myth. The two main characters are compellingly written and the romance unfolds beautifully, which is impressive for such a short story.
Medusa’s curse has left her lonely and grieving until a beautiful blind woman with a heart of gold wonders into her home. The two have a chance at love if Medusa’s insecurity and reckless warriors don’t get in the way.
Heart of Stone is a sweet, spicy, and compelling take on the famous Medusa myth. The two main characters are compellingly written and the romance unfolds beautifully, which is impressive for such a short story.
June 5, 2022
This was rather lovely
At points it seems...blunt? Unpolished. But the man character has been badly mistreated by multiple people she trusted with no expectation in change, so the dismissiveness of the main character makes sense. The story slooowly unfolds to a rather wonderful ending, and a very clever solution to the Perceus problem.
At points it seems...blunt? Unpolished. But the man character has been badly mistreated by multiple people she trusted with no expectation in change, so the dismissiveness of the main character makes sense. The story slooowly unfolds to a rather wonderful ending, and a very clever solution to the Perceus problem.
February 15, 2024
a sweet romance
This retelling of the story of Medusa is both sweet and uplifting. It addresses issues we continue to face, violence against women and the taking of power from women. But here, love and understanding prevail over ignorance and brute force. It warmed my heart to read it and gives us all hope that someone is out there for all of us, someone who sees us.
This retelling of the story of Medusa is both sweet and uplifting. It addresses issues we continue to face, violence against women and the taking of power from women. But here, love and understanding prevail over ignorance and brute force. It warmed my heart to read it and gives us all hope that someone is out there for all of us, someone who sees us.
January 16, 2024
A Fun Read Based On The Story Of Medusa
This is a short novella based on the story of Medusa but with a different ending.
If you know that story and think Medusa got the short end of the stick, then you might find this tale more to your liking.
This is a short novella based on the story of Medusa but with a different ending.
If you know that story and think Medusa got the short end of the stick, then you might find this tale more to your liking.
April 28, 2023
the mix of modern and historical writing was not working for me and especially with that ending, the conversations around women's rights and SA and Gods fucking up seemed hollow.
July 15, 2023
I really enjoyed this! This is a more modernized take on the Medusa story. Add in a blind girlfriend, Perseus being a manipulated idiot sent on a quest, and an eventual happier ending than is canon and you've got me hooked. Short, a cute romance, and some healing for all the women in the story makes it a favorite for me out of the Medusa-based stories I've read.
January 2, 2024
I love this retelling of Medusa's story. The romance hits all the right spots and the beauty of both women shines through wonderfully. Nicely done.
January 3, 2024
Cute story
That was cute!!! I'll have to read more. I have never read a sapphic retelling of Medusa. Interesting. I'll have to see what else she has
That was cute!!! I'll have to read more. I have never read a sapphic retelling of Medusa. Interesting. I'll have to see what else she has
October 9, 2024
Mediocre novella about Medusa. I’m a sometimes fan of these sort of sapphic retellings but this one was amateurish at best. We have a “blind” woman that sure as shit has no problem rushing to comfort a stranger w/o a cane or anything and manages to get there just fine. We also have conflicting language usage where there is a feeble attempt to stick to the times, “her fingers thrust into my sheath” (this was said twice!) but then complete switch to contemporary a few lines later with “fuck my pussy”. Ugh. Just, no. This gets the extra star for updating the Medusa myth to be less tragic and an attempt at a new anti-hero.
September 24, 2025
So sweet
This story is so sweet and heartfelt with a bit of spice. Though this story is very short it is so worth the read.
This story is so sweet and heartfelt with a bit of spice. Though this story is very short it is so worth the read.
February 10, 2024
Homophobes beware. While this was a cute book, I was a little fast paced for me. Too many things happened too fast for me to be able to truly enjoy the book to the fullest extent. But, I did enjoy the other side of Medusa despite the fact I hoped for more at the end. Overall it was adorable, cute, and cozy.
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