The Games Gods Play (Deluxe Limited Edition) (The Crucible, 1)
The Greek gods (alive, well, and totally arrogant in our modern world) are selecting a leader by pitting mortals against each other in brutal tests. Powerful, enigmatic Hades wants in for the first time in millennia, but his chosen competitor has her own agenda—and a bone to pick with Mount Olympus.
Zeus always wins. Aphrodite plays dirty. Will Hades’ headstrong champion prove it isn’t just the gods who can play the game?
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Readers say *The Games Gods Play* delivers a fast-paced, emotionally engaging blend of Greek mythology, fantasy, and romantic suspense. Abigail Owen’s...
This one surprised me in the best way.
If you’re coming in expecting heavy spice, this isn’t that book - the romance is very low-spice and honestly in my opinion leans more young adult in tone. But don’t let that stop you, because the story itself? So engaging.
The author does a fantastic job pulling you into the world and keeping the pages turning. I never felt bored, never felt lost, and found myself wanting to see how each challenge would unfold.
The FMC was a standout for me - she cannot keep her mouth shut, constantly pushing boundaries and speaking before thinking… which I absolutely loved. She felt real, stubborn, and refreshingly unapologetic.
If you’re coming in expecting heavy spice, this isn’t that book - the romance is very low-spice and honestly in my opinion leans more young adult in tone. But don’t let that stop you, because the story itself? So engaging.
The author does a fantastic job pulling you into the world and keeping the pages turning. I never felt bored, never felt lost, and found myself wanting to see how each challenge would unfold.
The FMC was a standout for me - she cannot keep her mouth shut, constantly pushing boundaries and speaking before thinking… which I absolutely loved. She felt real, stubborn, and refreshingly unapologetic.
Abigail Owen knocks it out of the park with The Games Gods Play. While a majority of readers are familiar with Greek mythology, Owen doesn’t let up on the world-building and interesting mortal characters that get roped into the challenge. The story is fast-paced, emotionally engaging and highly entertaining. Readers will love Lyra from the first moments they meet her. Smart-mouthed and warm-hearted, Lyra is a protagonist that most will relate to. She made me believe that even I could stand a chance in the Crucible. Add in some sexual tension with none other than the King of the Underworld, and readers won’t be able to turn the pages fast enough. Those who love fantasy and Greek mythology with some romance sprinkled in will love The Games Gods Play.
In-depth book review: https://cantinabookclub.com/review/the-games-gods-play-by-abigail-owen
Podcast interview with Abigail Owen:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-43-abigail-owen-the-games-gods-play/id1716042267?i=1000666778636
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2SZ59YxuKlJYL8J0MP2BqB?si=22d8ba2b49a34ed8
YouTube: https://youtu.be/NIgafFMI4B0?si=GPjQuv4w2-EjY8RS
In-depth book review: https://cantinabookclub.com/review/the-games-gods-play-by-abigail-owen
Podcast interview with Abigail Owen:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-43-abigail-owen-the-games-gods-play/id1716042267?i=1000666778636
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2SZ59YxuKlJYL8J0MP2BqB?si=22d8ba2b49a34ed8
YouTube: https://youtu.be/NIgafFMI4B0?si=GPjQuv4w2-EjY8RS