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Zeus King of the Gods–Your Favourite Book– Little Bang by Kelly McCaughrain
Far too difficult a question for an avid reader. A recent favourite is the incredibly empathetic and nuanced YA Little Bang about two Northern Irish teens with a difficult decision to make. My five star review for Reading Zone can be read at this link- [Tanja]-https://www.readingzone.com/books/little-bang/
Hera: Queen of the Gods: A Badass Female Character
I can think of four candidates off the top of my head although fiction is filled with strong female protagonists.
- Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins- Incredibly strong, vulnerable and flawed.
- Nemesis in The Diabolic by S.J Kincaid- A powerful female with difficult choices to make is caught up in a Sci Fi drama with the intrigue of I Claudius.
- Vlad Dracul’s daughter in And I Darken [Conqueror’s Trilogy] by Kiersten White- Meet the ruthless and conflicted Lada.
- Don’t mess with me magical Mage Valkyrie Cain
And the winner? Alice in The Stars at Oktober Bend by Glenda Millard. The four above are all powerful and sassy but the winner has a quiet, beautiful strength that lifts her above trauma.
Janus, God of Beginnings-Favourite Debut– Mexikid by Pedro Martin
Without a doubt, this honour belongs to the incredible graphic novel memoir debut by Pedro Martin, Mexikid. Easily 5 stars. I’ve reviewed it here- Books For Keeps- Issue 263– BfK 263 November 2023 – https://booksforkeeps.co.uk/review/mexikid-a-graphic-novel-memoir/
WINNER OF THE PURA BELPRÉ AUTHOR AWARD AND ILLUSTRATOR AWARD, NEWBERY HONOR AWARD, ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, NPR, Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, Booklist, New York Public Library, Chicago Public Library, ALSC 2024 Notable Children’s Books, Amazon Best Book of the Year
Aphrodite, Goddess of Love– A Book you Adore & Recommend Everyone Read- Careless People: Murder, Mayhem & the Invention of The Great Gatsby by Sarah Churchwell
An unputdownable, effervescent, insightful look at the story behind F. Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece, The Great Gatsby. An entertaining literary examination of the social history that inspired its conception. You can read my review here- http://www.thebookbag.co.uk/reviews/Careless_People_Murder_Mayhem_and_the_Invention_of_the_Great_Gatsby_by_Sarah_Churchwell
Apollo: God of the Arts: A Beautiful Book Cover– The Last Hours trilogy by Cassandra Clare.
Cassandra Clare’s Shadowhunters saga showcases some stunning book covers bringing her action packed, fantastical, supernatural, historical romantic fantasies to life. They are like beautiful portraits.
Ares, God of War– Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan
Exhilarating action, deadly, danger and humour as demi gods battle monsters in the modern world.
Artemis, Hunter Goddess, Protector of Women– The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Has to be The Hunger Games trilogy featuring Katniss Everdeen, who shoots with accuracy and protects with her heart.
Athena, Goddess of Wisdom- Favourite Non Fiction Book– Unlocking the Universe by Stephen & Lucy Hawking
I thought this would be out of my comfort zone as it explores the worlds of Physics, Space and Time, which I didn’t know much about at the time of reading, but I found it immersive and fascinating.
Demeter, Goddess of the Harvest– Eco Fiction– Green Rising by Lauren James
A gripping and inventive sci fi fantasy thriller with an important environmental message, excitingly diverse characters, adept commentary on the nature of social media and a warning about climate change.
Hades, God of the Underworld- A Book that Looks at the Nature of Evil– Max by Sarah Cohen Scali [Translation/Winner of English PEN Award]
Disturbing, horrifying, intriguing and strange- a narrative voice that is like nothing I’ve ever encountered before. A forensic examination of the birth of a Nazi translated from the French.
Hephaestus: God of the Forge- A Book with High Octane, Fiery Action– Alex Rider: Never Say Die by Anthony Horowitz
Action packed thrill ride as Alex goes on the mission of his life with higher stakes than ever. Following the catastrophic cliff hanger ending of Scorpia Rising.
Hermes: Messenger of the Gods: A Book you Sped Through– The Outlaws Scarlett & Browne by Jonathan Stroud
An exhilarating thrill ride that plays with multiple genres and has exciting, complex characters from start to finish. Think dystopian wild west in a reimagined British landscape. Totally unputdownable. What an opening line!
Hestia, Goddess of the Hearth- Little Women by L.M Alcott
A fireside classic about the ambitions, romances, trials and tribulations of four young women growing up in 19th Century Massachusetts. Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy are still popular with readers today and have inspired many movie adaptations.
Hypnos, God of Sleep- A Book so Boring you Almost Fell Asleep– The Vicar of Wakefield by Oliver Goldsmith
This is a tricky one because for every book you don’t like someone else will enjoy it and understand its appeal. The author has worked hard and got it published and it’s out in the world which is a big achievement. That said, I found Oliver Goldsmith’s satirical novel ‘The Vicar of Wakefield’ too verbose, slow moving and way too predictable, although there were humorous moments.
Poseidon: God of the Sea & Earthquakes- A Beautiful & Ground-Breaking Book- When Shadows Fall by Sita Brahmachari
No contest. This is a beautifully observed, empathetic and lyrical portrait of a family in crisis told through prose, verse and art. Interwoven with the powerful symbolism of Ravens, this book offers the reader hope that adversity can be overcome, lifting them above the shadows to inspire and empower them through unforgettable voices and evocative imagery.
Shortlisted for the Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing, 2023
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