War of the Land

Olympian Wars #2

by Dana Claire

His valor could save the lands. Her darkness could consume it.

In a world where mortals are hapless pawns moved at the whims of gods, a defiant Titan emerges from the shadows of history. Prometheus, having once defied Zeus to gift mankind with fire, dares to challenge the heavens to a new match. Now, he fights not just to ease man’s suffering, but to prevent Zeus from clearing the board. Success or failure depends on a future queen.

Princess Savina of the Isle of Cava, a demi-god whose powers hold sway over life and death, becomes the latest target of her grandfather Zeus’s merciless vendetta. Exploited by family, she gambles her last shred of trust on the enigmatic Duke of Eloqua, her promised consort. But is he a white knight, or is he part of a more insidious plot to weaponize her against her own people?

As the celestial storm brews and loyalties are tested, the land’s fate balances on a knife’s edge. Can a Titan and demi-god stand united against Olympus, or will their dangerous newfound flame for one another burn their beloved world to ash?

Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult, Fiction, Pirates, Romantasy, Enemies To Lovers

325 pages, ebook

First published December 7, 2023

About the author

Dana Claire is an award-winning author whose stories explore identity, fate and destiny in the crossroads of romance and adventure. But her writing career didn’t begin when she published her first book, The Connection, in 2020. It started when she was a young girl when her mother, an elementary school teacher, inspired her to create imaginary worlds between the pages.

Dana’s love of romantic tension, the supernatural and non-stop action has elicited very positive feedback from many readers, as their online reviews reveal her flair for spine-tingling action and unforgettable characters. But it’s not just readers who love her; literary critics have also taken note, and Dana was given the Children’s Moonbeam award for The Connection in 2021, and The Pen Craft Award for The War of the Sea in 2023.

Dana is now sharing her stories through speaking events and book signings, introducing more readers to the worlds she created one page at a time.

Reviews

[Anastasia ｼ · Rating 4 out of 5]

╭ ✦ •
│ ⊹ 𝟺.𝟻 𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚛𝚜, 𝚏𝚞𝚕𝚕 𝚁𝚎𝚟𝚒𝚎𝚠 𝚘𝚗 𝚖𝚢 𝚋𝚕𝚘𝚐! ⊹
╰ ✦ •

I’ll never let you go. I’ll do everything in my power to keep you safe, even if I have to sacrifice my own life for yours. You are all that matters now.”

I LOVED this so much!

This had everything I love! Greek gods, pirates, a prophecy, and an enemies-to-lovers storyline with a slow-burn romance that's utterly swoon-worthy had me completely immersed. I just couldn't put it down!

War of the Land, the second installment in the Olympian Wars series, can be read as a standalone. This was set 10 years after the events of the first book, War of the Sea, which I have not read yet, but from the description of that book, it seems like there are a few familiar characters.

Prometheus, takes center stage, challenging the heavens in a high-stakes match.  Although, we first get to know him as Conleth, the mysterious Duke of Eloqua, who is arranged to marry Princess Savina. He is our charismatic hero, a Titan with a hint of cockiness. I just loved his character; sweet and so protective! Princess Savina is a bold and determined demigod unafraid to champion those she holds dear. She possesses powers over life and death and becomes a target in Zeus's vendetta. She is destined for an arranged marriage before her 18th birthday to fulfill a prophecy, and Savina becomes entwined in a plot to avert impending destruction.

I loved our main characters so much! Their chemistry and banter, their personalities complimented each other well. And their slow-burn romance was literally perfect!

The descriptions were so vivid, like a movie playing in my head; it felt like I was there, with the characters. I love this world and can't wait to read more of it!

“Come, let’s sit.” Her tail sundered itself, morphing into humanoid legs of sculptural grace—long, lithe, and impossibly flawless. Her emerald scales elongated and fused, evolving into a floor-sweeping skirt slit at the sides, through which her alabaster feet emerged as she descended the aqueous stairway to a ground paved with polished bone. Her hair, as if imbued with ethereal life, soared skyward like a splash of red wine released from its goblet, unraveling itself into elegant, pillowy curls that draped over her shoulders. My mouth dropped. I’d never seen the transition from one form to the next.

────── ✧ ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ♡ ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ✧ ──────

⊹ 𝔀𝓱𝓪𝓽 𝓽𝓸 𝓮𝔁𝓹𝓮𝓬𝓽 ⊹

➳Enemies-to-Lovers
➳Action/Adventure
➳High-Fantasy
➳Pirates
➳Sirens
➳Greek Mythology
➳Forced Proximity
➳Reluctant Royalty
➳Touch her and ☠️
➳Secret Identity
➳Arranged Marriage
➳HEA


Thank you for the ARC Dana <3

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[astarion's bhaal babe (wingspan matters) · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm really glad I broke my ARC requesting ban for this book, because I'd have totally missed out if I'd let Olympian Wars #2 pass!
While I didn't love it the way I did War of the Sea, War of the Land was definitely an appreciated addition to this amazing series.
Despite the tone feeling a tad more YA-ish, Dana Claire's writing confirms itself to be right up my alley.
The plot is entertaining and Savina and Conleth are amazing main characters. However, I found myself a little conflicted about the romance and I think it's because, like the writing, it was definitely more on the YA side. Same about the FMC relatability: Savina is a teen who thinks and acts like a teen, which is great in terms of authenticity, but I couldn't relate to her properly because of it.
I'm aware I'm not part of the age group this book is targeted at, so I feel like I need to point out I didn't let my age and all issues that come with it penalize my final ratings for this book.
I simply wasn't invested in it the way I was Claire's previous book in this series.
This doesn't mean WotL is a bad book, because it clearly isn't.
In fact, I had tons of fun with it and found it cute beyond words. I loved reading about Lou and Rye again, and loved seeing them as parents.



ACTUAL RATINGS 3,5/5


I received an advance review copy for free on BookSirens, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Bee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This review is my honest, unbiased, opinion. Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for granting me an arc.

Originally, I wasn't going to read War of the Land. I'd read the first one and loved it, but I didn't think I had enough time to pick up yet another arc. I couldn't resist though, I had to request it, and I'm so glad I did, I breezed through the book. Not only that, but I absolutely loved War of the Land, even more than War of the Sea.

Savina was the perfect hero and I loved her personality. She wasn't afraid to protect the people she cared about and yet also had a vulnerability that made me love her more. Conleth was very cocky and sure of himself but that cockiness made sense when his true name is revealed, along with the reason for why he wants to marry Savina.

We're treated to an entirely new story but, thankfully, we still get to see Rylander and Lou, although I would have liked to see more of Lou. Callie, Ry and Lou's daughter is adorable and loveable, but very naive and blinded by love for the son of a pirate, Henrik. I'd love to have a story that centers on them next.

[melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exceptional! Another fantastic read by Dana Claire! This series is so good and you don't want to put it down once you start! Action-packed with gods, demi-gods, Olympians, sirens, pirates, magic and so much more!! This is a must-read and even though it's book 2, you can read it as a stand-alone.

[Abbie Riddle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book two in a series - However, these can be read as stand-alones, and this was my first book from this author. After the first two chapters I stopped and looked her up and requested the ARC of the first book as well. And….I ordered the print copy of book one with the hopes that book two will also be available in print, because this series is worth a re-read and certainly worthy of bookshelf space.

Pirates, gods, demi-gods. A vision of a demi-god who can bring life and death and is the granddaughter of vengeful Zues. A god who was freed from Zues' imprisonment and now is after the one demi-god that could be his downfall or could save him. An arranged marriage, and of course an enemies to lovers trope. A snarky, strong, smart-mouthed and smart Main Female Character paired with an equally engaging Male lead character with a cast of support characters that will make you smile and laugh! Who could want more from a new series?

I'll be honest - I didn't know what to expect, but the cover and the description caught my attention. As I said, I read this book first and am currently three chapters into the first book. I had no issue with reading this one as a stand alone, however, now that I am reading the first I wish I had read them in order only because it offers the story of two back characters and it would have just added more depth and emotion to this book.

I love books that draw me in immediately and capture my attention. This one is just that way. Within 60 pages I was already sending a message to a book bestie saying she had to read this one. She only reads print - so I really, really hope the author prints this one as well.

My son actually asked me to go read in another room because I laughed out loud so many times with the interactions between Conleth (Prometheus) and Savina. And then to add Callie and Henrik and the other supporting characters simply added to the antics.

Superb world-building, excellent story telling, unbelievable characters, and beautifully written plot/story-line. This is simply a must read!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Donna’s Escape · Rating 5 out of 5]

AMAZING!!! ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!!!

I am a HUGE fan of Claire’s work and am never disappointed. I LOVED War of The Sea (book one of Olympian Wars) and have been so excited about this book, War of The Land!!

I FREAKING LOVED IT!!! When I finished, I SWEAR…I WANTED TO START OVER AND READ IT AGAIN!! At first I was thinking it was as good as the first book, but the longer it sits with me (I can’t stop thinking about it!) the more I’m sure it is even better than the first!! Not by much, but definitely AWESOME!!

The plot kept me interested and wanting to read what happened next, it never lulled or bored me at all. The characters, OMG the characters!…they are fantastic!!! And the world building, even though we were introduced to Cava in War of The Sea, we get so much more of it in this book!

If you like Greek Gods, Demi-Gods, Pirates, Sirens, Action/Adventure, Enemies-To-Lovers, Touch Her and You Die, and Swooning Romance…YOU WILL LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!

[Kristina Zamarripa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was gifted and eARC in exchange for an honest review.
The world building and character building in just the first little bit of the book made me fall in love with Dana Claire's writing. I could easily feel what the characters were feeling as it was described. I find that's a hard thing to do, especially within the first 50 pages.
I'm rating this book 4 out of 5 stars and not 5 solely because I jumped into this series at this book and was missing back stories on some characters (this is my fault)
If I can convince you to read a book on Greek mythology/ancient Greek Era vibes and the fact that it was well written, then go read it!

[Georgina Power · Rating 5 out of 5]

“I am just a woman looking at a man like he hung the sun, the moon, and the starts to brighten her darkest hours”.

𝔹𝕠𝕠𝕜 ℝ𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨
War of the Land is book two in the Olympian Wars series, but each book is a standalone and can be read at any point, this book is set 10 years after the events of War of the Sea and has a few recurring characters from book one, it is not necessary to read the first book, but it’s a great read so I would highly recommend it anyway.

War of the Land centres our amazingly head strong and charismatic lead female character Savina, who has been told she will be entered into an arranged marriage before her 18th birthday to fulfil a prophecy. Enter our lead male character Conleth, who has a secret plan to protect the humans and land from destruction, which is destined to be caused by Savina. Conleth is brilliant, his charm and wit shine through the book and the chemistry that him and Savina have is brilliant, the author has built both characters fantastically well and watching their relationship develop and have secrets revealed was brilliant. There are several characters in this book who really add to the plot with fantastic personalities, I can honestly see a third book following Henrik and Calli, and I cannot wait for it!

This is a very engrossing book that I could not put down, I literally read it in one sitting, I will say there is the insta love trope between the two MCs, which personally I am not the biggest fan of, but it does help keep the books pace, which is fast, and action packed, there is never a dull moment in the book. The world building is fantastic and the twists and turns throughout the book are great, this is a series that I fell in love with first time round, and the second book has just sealed my love further. This is a must-read series, and personally I cannot wait for more from the Olympians!

4.5

[Jessica's Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Young Adult fantasy in a world of ancient mythology, true to form, with their gods' cruel and brutal. Love, love, the meet-cute between the duo Savina and Conleth. It sets the tone of their relationship. Vulnerability and teasing abound, with strings of fate twisting them together.

A minor criticism: A little description or explanation of the mythology concepts would’ve been excellent for context (for example, Greek Heaven vs. Hell). Greek mythology is not my strength.

There are so many strengths to this book: the author’s research, language, character development, pacing, and the plot, the plot was some of the best writing I’ve experienced this year. I usually know and can predict events, but this was unique, and I stayed present instead of foreshadowing each move. So, I am excited and happy to find another author I want to support and follow.

One of the greatest compliments I can give an author is to say I want to buy this book as a gift or save it in my library.

Take a chance on this one. It’s PG-13, spice, and violence. 4.5/5 Star rating.

This was sponsored through NetGalley for an honest review.

[Brittany · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an ARC and honest review. This is the second book of the series but can be read as a standalone. I honestly didn’t know what to expect from the book as I had never read anything like this. I decided to read it because the description caught my attention. I love Greek mythology so I figured this would be a fun read and boy was I correct!

Princess Savina is our heroine and the granddaughter of Zeus. She is a strong willed demi god who isn’t afraid to stand up for those she loves. Conleth is our cocky hero who happens to be a titan who may or may not have an ulterior motive to courting Savina. The banter and relationship between the two allow for the reader to not only fall in love with them, but also relate to them. This book is choked full of fun characters that you will easily fall in love with. I guarantee you will love this book. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series!

[Belinda Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

“I may be God of the People, but right now, I am just the god of you.”

I loved this so much!!! Greek gods, pirates, mayhem, enemies to lovers with a slow burn romance that’s swoon worthy had me reading this book in a single sitting. I couldn’t put it down!

Savina was an incredible character who’s fierce and protective of the people she loves. Someone who doesn’t want to rule, who wants to find true love thrust into this situation was heart breaking. I started rooting for her to find love from the beginning. The development was slow and perfect. Savina going from hating him to falling in love was beautiful. I enjoyed watching Savina stand up for her love and against Zeus.

Conleth was a strong character to follow with his compassion and kindness to everyone, the way he showed his love and the way he carried himself throughout the story was incredible to watch.

I loved their chemistry right off the bat with him saving her from birds. They fit together well and I could tell they will be a couple I’ll adore. The way they complimented each other’s personalities was an added bonus!

We got to see the characters from book 1!! I enjoyed the blast from the past with them and was always left needing more! We got to see Rylander as a king and a brother!! Henrik was an interesting character and I enjoyed every time he was on screen. He was a wonderful presence to the plot.

The ending was strong and perfect. I loved the way everything was tied together. Thank you so much to the author for sending me an ARC to review!

[Chandler (chapterswithchan) · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5

Dana Claire has done it again! I fell in love with her first book of the Olympian War Series, War of the Sea, earlier this Fall. I immediately wanted to be a part of the ARC team reading book two, War of the Land and it did not disappoint.

In book one we fall in love with Lou and Rylander. At the end of the novel, we find out that Rylander needs to go be with his sister, Princess Savina, until she is old enough to take the throne. Book two picks up several years later when it is time for Princess Savina to marry right before her 18th birthday and take her rightful place on the throne. But Savina is not a fan of arranged marriage and is not looking forward to a life without true love. While traveling with Rylander a few months before her marriage, she meets Conleth when he comes to her rescue when a bunch of birds are flocking her. He makes fun of her and introduces himself, but she keeps her name to herself as she walks away. She knows better to befriend anyone because of the harm that is sure to come to them for it.

A few weeks later Savina is surprised to find that her betrothed is none other than Conleth, the same man she ran into weeks before. Only his appearance seems slightly different and something seems off. She soon will come to find that there is quite a bit off with everyone in her life.

This was such a great read. The banter was perfect and so was the slow burn. Of all of the pirate books I have read, this is by far my favorite series.

It was great being back on the Isle of Cava, and I can’t wait for book three to come out in 2024!!!

[River Horn · Rating 5 out of 5]

"War of the Land" had me hooked from the first page. Dana Claire's storytelling, world building and character development kept me on the edge of my seat and dying for more!

This tale has a combination of Greek gods, pirates, and sirens with plenty of mayhem and a swoon worthy enemy to lovers' romance.

The book was an adventure and a thoroughly enjoyable reading experience that has me eagerly waiting for the next one!

Thank you so much to the author and publisher for sending me an ARC to review!

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

(4,5 ☆)

Savina is about to turn 18 and will then be wed off to the Duke of Eloqua, a man she's never met. It's her father, Apollo, and her grandfather, Zeus, who's chosen her husband, and on her eighteenth birthday she will be crowned the Queen of the Isle of Cava. But Zeus also seems to have other plans for his granddaughter...

This is the second book in the series, but can be read as a stand-alone. It has been several years since the events of the first book, War of the Sea, and its main characters - Rylander and Lou - are now king and queen of Cava. They have a 13 year old daughter, Calli, and Savina is Rylander's little sister. Calli's got a rebellious streak and Savina often has to save her from trouble before it gets known by her parents. It's so nice to see "old" acquaintances, as well as getting to know new ones!

When we first meet Conleth, the Duke of Eloqua, he seems to be after revenge, not marriage. We get both his and Savina's POV's, so we soon learn that not everything is as it seems - in more than one way...

I slightly miss the piracy from the first book, but the Greek mythology keeps me in a good mood throughout the whole story! Zeus is a truly sadistic god without any empathy in this version, and it's really only Prometheus who dares stand up to him. The things Zeus puts his own granddaughter through is quite incomprehensible, but he’s got his own power hungry agenda. It's rather pleasant to see him at least a little suppressed in the end!

* I received an ARC through BookSirens and I'm giving my honest review. *

[Shari Jahn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is an awesome break from the typical love story romance books. This story was magical and beautiful in its rare descriptions of gods and pirates and lands far away. I give this book a solid 5 stars. It is extremely well written and flowed perfectly. I didn’t want to put it down even after my husband turned off the light for bed! Truly a treasure and I am so disappointed that I didn’t read the first book first but it is definitely a stand alone. I am going to read the first book hopefully very soon!

[River &#x1f5a4;&#x1f940; Gardner - Author · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received this book as an ARC, and it was my first ever book by this author.

Halfway through this book, I went and bought the first book in this series. They read as stand alone’s, but I just absolutely fell in love with the writing, storytelling, and just how insanely beautiful this book was. So I had to go get the first.

I always find books involving Greek gods to be truly fascinating and intriguing. This book was no different. It was truly amazing and beautifully done, in my opinion.

I found it to be detailed, to the point I got completely submerged in it and would forget I was even reading sometimes.

This book had me feeling rage, had me crying, had so many heart warming, yet heart breaking moments. You’ll feel a plethora of emotions with this book, but it was worth it in the end.

I loved the dual POV’s. It gives you more insight into both our main characters and helps see both sides of what’s truly going on. (I’m a sucker for books with dual POV’s!)

This was an easy 5 stars for me, and Dana Claire has definitely made a fan out of me!

I want to thank the publisher and author for allowing me to read an ARC of this beautiful book!!

[elder_millennialnitemar_reads (Ashley) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 2 in the Olympian War series, stand-alone capable. Demi-gods, action, mythology, oh my! This is set 10 years after the conclusion of book 1, War of the Sea. Princess Savina and Conleth, aka Prometheus, have such a dynamic relationship.
Enemies to Lovers is my jam. Greek mythology is my peanut butter. Put them together and it’s a perfect combo!

[Abi Sherer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was immediately interested in the premise of this book, I mean who doesn't love gods and goddesses? I was not disappointed when we were immediately introduced to the characters, Conleth and Savina had banter for days that had me giggling and envious. I also loved the side characters and what they added into the story really rounded it out. As far as the plot goes, I loved all of the politics and mystery. It kept me ripping through the pages to find out what was going to come next, which I consider to be a quality of a good book. The writing style was easy to follow and understand, and the author did a wonderful job in writing this book and its world, I thoroughly enjoyed this read!

[Joy Avery Lovesbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆ Spice: 🌶

Angst: 💔💔💔💔

Cliffhanger? ❌️

Do I recommend it? ✔️

Tropes: YA romantasy, arranged marriage, enemies-to-lovers, reluctant royalty, forced proximity, Greek mythology, pirate adventures, hidden identities, prophecy, good vs evil, suspense, touch her & die

His valor could save the lands. Her darkness could consume it. In a world where mortals are hapless pawns moved at the whims of gods, a defiant Titan emerges from the shadows of history. Prometheus, having once defied Zeus to gift mankind with fire, dares to challenge the heavens to a new match. Now, he fights not just to ease man’s suffering but to prevent Zeus from clearing the board. Success or failure depends on a future queen. Princess Savina of the Isle of Cava, a demi-god whose powers hold sway over life and death, becomes the latest target of her grandfather Zeus’s merciless vendetta. Exploited by family, she gambles her last shred of trust on the enigmatic Duke of Eloqua, her promised consort. But is he a white knight, or is he part of a more insidious plot to weaponize her against her own people? As the celestial storm brews and loyalties are tested, the land’s fate balances on a knife’s edge. Can a Titan and demi-god stand united against Olympus, or will their dangerous newfound flame for one another burn their beloved world to ash?  

Even though this wasn't my first book by Dana Claire, her creative talent surprised me all over again. She builds an engaging plot with intriguing characters that are effortlessly weaved together with exciting adventure that truly is unparalleled. Her world building was top notch, and her ability to show us this world feels as if I'm physically there experiencing everything alongside the characters. There are gods, titans, demi-gods, pirates, sirens, royalty, and magic, making it utterly impossible to put down for any length of time. The chemistry, connection, and banter between Conleth and Princess Savina had me falling for them hard. I spent the majority of the book on the edge of my seat as I followed the angst-filled twists and turns. I don’t want to accidentally give anything away, so I'll leave my review here. I highly recommend this read to all young adult romantasy lovers out there. This is my honest opinion, freely given.

[Ink · Rating 5 out of 5]

☆ Crossover Fantasy
☆ High Fantasy
☆ Greek Mythology
☆ Pirates
☆ Slow Burn
☆ Brave but Naive FMC
☆ Hero MMC
☆ Good Vs Evil
☆ ForcedvProximity
☆ Epic Romance
☆ Touch Her & Die
☆ Laugh Out Loud


ℹ️ So first thing we discover is that this is actually the second book (Book 1: War of the Sea has gone straight into my shopping basket) However, War of the Land holds its own as a strong standalone (but still leaves you wanting more!!)

Greek gods, demi-gods, sirens of the sea and... PIRATES. Seriously, what's not to like? Action, adventure, humour cracing smart as a whip, high-octane romance and Zeus on a manipulaive rampage to wipe out mankind, all before dinner is served

The first impression was that the writinh style was very descriptive and makes extensive use of metaphor without becoming tiresome

There is a fantastic variety of personality types of the first few characters and enough curiosity is piqued to draw the reader in

It's easy to assume 'another fantasy retelling of Greek mythology' but the story arcs are fresh and engaging and the repartee between characters practically sizzles in the air

Lou and Calli are strong fmc's with quick wit, smart mouths and backbones of steel and sheer bloody-mindedness. Savina is endearing but slightly overshadowed in parts due to the sheer bombasity of her counterparts.

This is a series I am getting right behind, it is absolutely brilliant and perfect to fill the aching chasm left by Maas and Yarros and yet stand tall on its own merit Brilliant!

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Erica Egel · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️4.5 Stars!!! War of the Land by Dana Claire

Genre: Romantasy 💘

Thank you Dana Claire and team for this eARC!

I enjoyed this so much more than I thought I would. This book had me hooked from the second chapter, and about 60 pages in all I was thinking about was how neat the story was.

This book has Greek gods, demi-gods, pirates, sirens, arranged marriage, enemies to lovers, slow burn, action, adventure, prophecies, hilarious banter, and HEA. What’s not to love? The writing is well done and the characters and storyline never made me bored or disappointed.

This is a standalone novel that belongs to the Olympian Wars series. I now wish to get my hands on War of the Sea and War of the Mind.

[Melanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was well written and original. This tells a tale about the gods of Olympus from an original and facinating point of view.

I’ve always thought Zeus was a bit of a spoiled brat and this story showcases his pouting and vengeful heart all the way through.

Conleth and Savina were intriguing and attentioned grabbing. Their story was lovely to read and experience. By the time the HEA came around I was standing on the sidelines just whistling and clapping for the two of them.

I really enjoyed the world and all of the characters.

ARC copy with voluntary review.

[Crystal Cichanowicz · Rating 5 out of 5]

As with other Dana Claire books, this one was very enjoyable. I love the worlds she spins and the characters that she writes. Savina is not the meek and hidden away princess that she is expected to be, she is fierce and strong. Conleth has motives of his own, but it doesn’t stop him from falling for Savina. You also can’t help but fall for Henrik and Calli - I can’t wait for their story.

The world building was well established, despite having been covered in the previous book of the series, hence why this book can be read as a standalone. There are references to characters from the previous book, but it doesn’t cause confusion. However, I was a little unsure of the timeline (I may have missed something). I believe this story takes place at least 13 years after the events of the previous book. That’s the only thing that confused me, but not enough for it to affect my enjoyment.

The plot of the story was compelling. I was hooked from the beginning and thoroughly enjoyed its execution. I found this book much heavier on the mythology side than the last one. The author really had the gods “playing” with the humans. Her portrayal of Zeus as a wicked antagonist was quite well done; I really couldn’t stand him.

I highly recommend this book to anyone, especially if you enjoy stories that contain Greek mythology.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Reaux · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this second book! I absolutely live for the pirate vibes and and the Greek god mythology was superb. I personally recommend for readers to read the first book first, but I appreciate how this can be read as a stand-alone if a reader chooses to. Thank you for allowing me to be apart of the arc team!

[Tkeyah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an arc in exchange for an honest review.

First of all, thank you so much BOMM for putting Dana on my radar because now i am anxiously waiting for her next release in this series and will be reading the first book immediately.

Second, this book IS part of a series but all can be read as a standalone!!

Thoughts:
I am already a big fan of ancient mythology so obviously i read the blurb and got excited which is what caused me to sign up in the first place but BOY WAS I IN FOR A TREAT.

I loved everything about this book. I loved Savina and I loved Conleth. Their story had me feeling all the feels but was beautiful.

Savina was fierce and passionate. Conleth was….well he was Conleth lol! Once you read it you’ll understand what I mean and please READ THIS. Especially if you like slow burn, enemies to lovers, ancient mythology and pirates. It was sooo good.

Basically what Dana did was she took a lot of my favorite things and wrote a masterpiece with them.

Thank you to book of matches media and Dana Claire for allowing me this opportunity!

[Emelia (emeliaisreading) · Rating 4 out of 5]

War of the Land by Dana Claire

This was a fun read! It’s definitely YA, but it doesn’t away from the story, just keep that in mind when you go to read it! I absolutely loved book 1 (War of the Sea) so I knew I had to read this one too!
The heroine is smart-mouthed and headstrong, as all the best FMC are💅 The pacing was perfect, the characters are fleshed out beautifully (YA, so more relatable if you’re a teen) and the world building was wonderful! There’s no info dump as Claire wove the world description into the story beautifully!

This book is perfect for lovers

🖤 YA fantasy
🖤 Pirates and Sirens
🖤 Greek Mythology
🖤 Touch Her and 💀

If you haven’t read it I recommend picking it up, you won’t regret it! It can be read as a standalone, but you’ll miss some “Easter eggs” if you don’t also read War of the Sea🫶🖤

[Stacy Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was captivating. A twist on the usual tales of the gods. It's a great storyline that keeps you reading to see what happens next. A love story that has all the makings of failure, but true love finds a way to a happy ever. I loves the twist and turns.

[Christie · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an amazing, addictive story. I LOVED this book. I loved the main character, Savina, right away and loved everyone that she loved, too. This book is full of adventure, and had a little romance thrown in. I could not put this book down. I didn't read The War of the Sea first, because it said that they weren't fun the same series, but I will be starting that one right away. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a great followup to War of the Sea! I'm a sucker for mythology and this was everything I'd asked for in a good myth. The characters are addicting and I cann't wait for the third installment into this universe!

[Tia · Rating 5 out of 5]

When the fate of all mortals is weighed against the life of a single pure soul, what is a God to do? Once again, the inhabitants of Cava find themselves caught in the middle of the machinations of Gods and Monsters, the fate of all hanging in the balance. This epic sequel to War of the Sea picks up years after the adventures of Captains Rylander and Lou focusing on Savina; the mysterious reclusive crown princess of Cava. Granddaughter of Zeus, she has rarely ever been seen but suddenly just before her 18th birthday she finds herself set to marry and it seems as though all her dreams are going to be torn from her grasp forever. Little does she know her adventure hasn't even yet begun.

With a tempest of high sea adventure, banter, swoon-worthy heroes, heart wrenching moments and a Pantheon of mythology War of the Land is a cover to cover page turner. There's a little bit of something for everyone. Personally I loved the interwoven Greek mythology. It was awesome in War of the Sea, but War of the Land expanded on it further. The characters were compelling, the story engaging, and the pacing kept you hoping for another page even once it was over. I cannot wait to see where our adventure takes us in War of the Mind!