Since I was little, I’ve always enjoyed learning about Greek Mythology. I loved reading about the different gods and goddesses and their roles in the world in which the Greeks lived. From a variety of movies - Hercules, Clash of the Titans, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians – to TV shows such as Young Hercules (with a very young Ryan Gosling in the starring role), to modern adaptations, I’ve loved watching and reading everything I could get my hands on. About a year or so ago, I came across an ad for an online comic called Lore Olympus. It caught my attention for obvious reasons as it was a modern fantasy retelling of the story of Hades and Persephone.
Here is the description from Goodreads:
Experience the propulsive love story of two Greek gods—Hades and Persephone—brought to life with lavish artwork and an irresistible contemporary voice. Scandalous gossip, wild parties, and forbidden love—witness what the gods do after dark in this stylish and contemporary reimagining of one of mythology’s most well-known stories from creator Rachel Smythe.
This colorful comic chronicles the love story of Hades and Persephone in a modern world. It reads like a TV show full of gossip and miscommunication, yet with all the gods and goddesses of Greek Mythology. The comic was so wildly popular online that that it was made into a book. There will be four volumes, with the first three already published. It is a quick read with beautiful art with multiple engaging storylines. If you are a fan of Greek Mythology, comics, or vivid colorful art, then I highly recommend giving Lore Olympus a try!
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Lore Olympus: Volume One by