This book was decent for me. It was very tropey although the writing was good. It was also a bit slow at times. I found it very hard to connect with the characters and care about the plot at some points. I’d read more from this author in the future though.

I loved reading this book! I've enjoyed all of Alexandra Bracken's books that I've read, and I was really pumped to read this book! And wow, was it a fantastic read! I loved the world, the characters, the story, everything about it was so fantastic! There were so many secrets, and so many reveals, and I had a blast going on this journey with Lore!

The whole concept of the Agon is pretty interesting, that the Greek Gods are hunted, and can be killed, and replaced by the human who killed them-though that means that they will be in the same position come the next Agon. And having various families from the various heroes be the ones that are participating is just so interesting!

Lore was a part of this world-until her family was killed. But she's pulled into this Agon, and I really enjoyed reading about her journey, and watching her deal with Athena, who is not the nicest person around. And with Castor, who was her friend, but it's a miracle that he's alive. Really enjoyed their interactions!

I loved how everything came together! There were some pretty big secrets, and some heartbreaking scenes, and just wow, that ending was pretty epic! Absolutely loved how everything worked out there, with Athena and the end of the Agon!

This was such a fantastic read, and I can't wait to read more by Alexandra Bracken!

I've heard a lot of mixed reviews about this book but I'm pleasantly surprised! I've met Alex before at a book signing and have enjoyed her earlier works so I probably should have known better. An extremely interesting premise and a strong exposition have convinced me to pick this book up next time I'm at the library (on a strict book buying ban unfortunately).
The fight scenes are great and capture the reader's attention right off the bat. The plot was set up within six chapters so you know what to expect and if you would want to keep reading (which is always appreciated). I'm excited to grab this book and see how it ends!

Love the premise of this one! I think it lives up to the Hunger Games meets Greek myth. I took a risk on this one because I'm really picky about Greek myth/gods in contemporary lit., and I think my issues with this one were completely related to that and not the author's execution.

This one was, unfortunately, a DNF for me at 20%. I just wasn't gripped by the book much at all, though I love Greek mythology and was really looking forward to something a bit more contemporary and mature in tone as opposed to something like the Percy Jackson series. The concept of mortal gods and a hunt across NYC with their descendants ticked off so many of my Must Read boxes, but there was something about the prose that just made me check out. I wish I could have been into it more, but unfortunately, it wasn't for me. Maybe a mix of Pandemic Reading Block and not connecting to the story just resulted in me having to give this one up. A shame, because that cover is 100% amazing.

”I was born knowing how to do three things—how to breathe, how to dream, and how to love you”.

(2.8)

Estoy un poco decepcionada con este libro. Tenía todos los elementos para que me gustara (mitología griega, Nueva York, acción), pero al final se me hizo bastante lento y casi que me tuve que obligar a terminarlo. Creo que mi principal problema fue el ritmo porque, en el fondo, la idea de Alexandra Bracken y la trama en sí mismas eran geniales. Pero, empecemos por el principio.

Lore es un libro que nos narra la historia de un Agon, es decir, una especie de competencia que se celebra cada siete años en la que nueve de los dioses del panteón Olímpico pierden su inmortalidad y quedan vulnerables ante los cazadores de las casas descendientes de diferentes héroes griegos. El peligro del Agon para los dioses es que si alguno de los cazadores logra matarlos, van a desaparecer por completo y sus poderes se trasladarán al mortal que, a partir de ese momento, se considera un nuevo dios. El peligro del Agon y de matar a los dioses y a los nuevos dioses es que es un ciclo sin fin y los nuevos dioses serán vulnerables de ser cazados en el siguiente ciclo. El punto es que en esta ocasión todo empieza con Lore, la última descendiente de la casa de Perseo, que ha intentado salirse del mundo de dioses, cazadores, etc. Sin embargo, justo cuando está a punto de empezar el Agon, dos visitantes inesperados llegan a la vida de Lore: Castor, un gran amigo que pensó muerto, y una Atenea que está al borde de la muerte. Con esas visitas, Lore se ve envuelta nuevamente en el mundo de dioses nuevos y antiguos, de peleas a muerte, traiciones, secretos y, sobre todo, un mundo en el que tienes que pelear contra el destino mismo.

¿Verdad que todo suena absolutamente increíble? Creo que van a conocer a pocas personas en su vida que amen tanto la mitología griega y la hayan estudiado tanto como yo, pero algo sucedió con este libro y sencillamente no conecté con la historia ni con la forma en la que estaba narrada. Peor aún, más allá de Castor, ni siquiera me interesaban los personajes. Lore podría haberse muerto en las primeras páginas y a mí me hubiera dado absolutamente igual. Y creo que ese fue mi mayor problema, no puedo disfrutar un libro si no me importan los personajes. Honestamente, creo que lo acabé porque (además de que nunca dejo sin terminar un libro) quería saber cuál era la verdad detrás de todo lo que le había sucedido a Castor y cómo iba a terminar este Agon para él.

En fin, es una lástima. Aunque debo admitir que el final, literalmente la última página del libro, me pareció precioso.

Anytime there's a book that brings ancient Gods into a modern world, I AM IN. I absolutely loved the concept of this book where the Greek Gods are fighting for their survival against descendants of some of the most powerful Greek heroes.

Unfortunately the book fell flat for me - the twists and turns in the action were great and I loved the relationships between the core group, but it didn't pull me in and tug on my emotions as much as I would have liked.

Lore is, conceptually, one of the most unique books I’ve read in a long time. It’s essentially Greek mythology meets The Hunger Games. Bracken’s love for Greek history and culture seeps through the pages, the rich history of the competition these characters are subject to.

Lore’s character is an interesting one. In some ways, I could understand her. In other ways, it felt like her only personality trait was rage. This might surprise everyone here but it can be a bit difficult to properly enter a character’s head when their brain is full of nothing but violent anger. Her and Castor’s relationship was adorable, and then choo-chooed full speed ahead to Romance Land. Don’t get me wrong, the childhood friends to lovers is great! But we kind of went off the rails a bit here!

Okay. I have to admit that the twists were really good. Like, spectacularly done. I didn’t see most of them coming! My biggest problem with the plot is honestly just the pacing. Sometimes, it’s full of action and sometimes it’s just planning or flashbacks. Lore would wax poetic about New York (great), her best friend Miles would insist on something and almost everyone would argue because he’s a human (happened way too much) and oh no, now we’re infiltrating the House of Something Or Other (I really shouldn’t be bored right now…should I?)

Overall, I adored the concept of Lore. Bracken wove a tale that is wholly inspired by Greek mythology yet wholly her own. I really wish a lot of the book had just flowed together more smoothly and captured my heart.

This was an interesting take on well known mythology. I enjoyed the book but there were moments when I was skimming pages to get back into the story.

Inspiring characters. A fresh twist on ancient mythology. Fight scenes that will leave your head spinning, and a twist-ending that you will never see coming. With writing as breathtaking as its cover, Lore is one for the ages.

Aw man. I’m devastated right now. I had such high hopes for this book but sadly I couldn’t finish it. I found myself skimming a bunch and then I just gave up.

I’m very excited to read this book! It will be interesting to see how Bracken weaves Greek mythology throughout this story.

This was a chapter sampler that was labeled as a full ARC. And I am disappointed that Netgalley let them change the terms after the fact. Many of us were then declined for the actual ebook, and then were on the hook for a review under false pretenses.

This should not count against my total, so I’m submitting as a review. If the pub would actually like a review for it, they are more than welcome to send me the actual ebook for it.

Ive only read the first few chapters, but i am so excited to pick this up soon. Ive been a fan of percy jackson for a long time and i am a greek mythology stan, so this was perfect for me!

I loved the way mythology was woven into the regular world. The romance took a backseat to the major plot, which I loved. The characters were all very interesting and I almost wish there was a second novel, or a prequel.

Every seven years the nine Greek gods are forced to walk the earth as mortals as a punishment for past rebellion. During this time they are hunted by descendants of ancient bloodlines who hope to kill them and take on the mantle of a god for themselves. Lore, though descended from one of these bloodlines, just wants to stay out of it all. Following the murder of her family, she has done her best to separate herself from the fray and stay under the radar. However, when Athena, one of the few remaining original gods, stumbles into her life, Lore is pulled back into the chaos of the Agon.

I was very excited when I first heard that Alexandra Bracken had another book coming out. She has been among my favorite authors since reading The Darkest Minds. Lore is very different from that series but no less engaging. I enjoyed the characters, was surprised by several plot twists, and was anxious to find out what was going to happen to Lore and to all of the friends she makes along the way. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves mythology and doesn't mind a modern twist on gods and goddesses.

I was not a fan of this book for a couple of reasons. The first is that I felt that the characters were flat. They didn't seem to react to the stimulus around them. I also really didn't like the slow beginning, and only by sheer stubbornness did I persist. If I hadn't had it as an audio book, I would have DNF'd it much sooner.

If you liked Percy Jackson when you were younger, you'll LOVE this modern-day Greek mythology tale with action, mystery, and life-or-death stakes. As punishment for the original gods, every seven years they become mortal for seven days to be hunted by descendants of the great Greek heroes. If a hunter kills a god, they assume the god's powers only to be hunted themselves. The main character, Lore, lost her parents and younger sisters in the last hunt and wants nothing to do with the hunt; however, she keeps getting pulled back in. This is perfect for high school and up.

I really enjoyed how Alexandra Bracken blended mythology with the modern day setting. I enjoyed following Lore's story, and I recommend this book for fans of Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series.

This is going to be one of those stories that you either love it or you hate it. For me this one suffered from the same thing that The Darkest Minds had. Way too much description that slowed the story down. It had a lot of filler that you just didn't need and it made the story so stagnate.