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 mix of Greek mythology, fantasy, and romantic suspense. They praise Abig...
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
If you ignore what has been written for Greek mythology, this is an enjoyable read. I liked the trials. I teared up when someone is affected. I also enjoyed the 2 spicy scenes. Looking forward to the next book!
I saw this gorgeous cover and sprayed edge at BAM, read the blurb, and placed the audiobook on hold IMMEDIATELY. I enjoyed this. It had violence, slow burn (and when the spice did happen, it was spicing), a compassionate FMC with a backbone, real flawed characters, Hades
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