Hekate (Deluxe Limited Edition): The Witch (Goddesses of the Underworld, 1)
In a stunning reimagining of Greek myth for fans of Circe and Lore, Nikita Gill showcases the underworld and its chthonic deities in all their glory in this first book in an exciting trilogy, weaving a gripping story about the young goddess coming of age within their midst.
This gorgeous DELUXE LIMITED EDITION is available while supplies last--featuring gold foil, sprayed edges, printed endpapers and foil stamped case. This must-have special edition is only available on a limited first print run in the US and Canada.
Hekate sings the story of its eponymous heroine. Born into a world on fire and at war, she and her mother are left behind by the menfolk of their Titan family as the battle against the new Gods-the Olympians-begins. Soon, Hekate and her mother are forced to flee their home as the Olympians overpower and enslave the Titans, including Hekate's father, Perses, and gain dominion over the universe. In a bid to protect Hekate from the clutches of Zeus and Poseidon, her mother leaves her in the underworld with the goddess Styx and king of the underworld, Hades, where she must make a life for herself and discover her divine purpose.
Here begins Nikita Gill's beautiful and propulsive reimagining of Hekate's myth which unfolds into a coming-of-age adventure story and quest in which our young protagonist - not yet a goddess - sets out to discover what has happened to her parents, heal from the trauma of her separation from them, make a new home for herself in the underworld, and, eventually, step into her true power as a woman and goddess, before it's too late.
Deluxe Limited Edition includes:
★ Foil and embossing ★ Designed edges ★ Special endpapers ★ Printed case
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Community Reviews
As a longtime fan of Greek mythology, I was thrilled to be approved for this title. The premise immediately intrigued me since Hekate (or Hecate) is often overlooked in mainstream myth retellings. Her story is deeply rooted in themes of witchcraft and necromancy, making this an especially fitting read for the fall season.
This coming-of-age tale is set in the Underworld, a setting that Gill brings to life with poetic richness. While I was familiar with bits and pieces from various myths, this story skillfully weaves together the realms of Asphodel Meadows, Elysian Fields, and Tartarus into a cohesive, immersive world. The timeline also stood out. It begins during the Titanomachy and spans through to the abduction of Persephone. Since Hekate is a Titan's daughter, the perspective offered here feels refreshingly underexplored and adds depth to a mythology that’s often retold through Olympian eyes.
I hadn’t read any of Nikita Gill’s previous works, but discovering that she’s a poet made perfect sense. Her writing is lush, lyrical, and evocative. That said, the structure took some getting used to. Whether it was due to the short chapters or the narrative style of the audiobook (narrated by Gill herself), the story sometimes felt more like a series of loosely connected vignettes rather than a continuous narrative. It wasn’t necessarily a bad thing, I just call it out as something different from the pacing and structure I typically gravitate toward. At times, the story felt almost allegorical and reminded me of The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, with symbolic undertones that invite reflection.
Overall, this was a beautifully written and atmospheric read. A strong 4 out of 5 stars.
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