Two souls, forever tied together by their love for each other, destined to meet time and time again. Shosh struggles through the tragedy of losing her best friend, her sister, and spends most of her days drinking the pain away. Evan is struggling to decide between going to Alaska for a once in a lifetime opportunity and facing his mother's mortality as she battles cancer. Despite the tragedies in their lives, Evan and Shosh are being pulled together by mysterious music only they can hear.

This book feels like poetry in a book form. Not written in any sort of poetry form, but with the same feelings behind it. I did have some trouble connecting to the characters at first due to this format, but it fits who the characters are and the overall meaning of the book. Evan and Ali have an amazing friendship, and Evan's relationship with his little brother is heartwarming. I enjoyed seeing Shosh get to become part of Evan's friend circle and realize she did not have to be alone and could, in fact, be alone together.

You can tell that the author has an extraordinary grasp of ancient Greek folklore and is passionate about the subject. Unfortunately the novel suffered from slow pacing until the last 3rd. This novel isn't necessarily a page turner

A greek tragedy through and through. It took me a while to get into this book, but the last 30% absolutely flew by. Make sure you know what you're getting into because this is long after the age of heroes and the gods aren't present, but it's good nonetheless.

My first greek mythology book and what a fantastic read.
This book has definitely introduced me to a brand new genre of books to fall in love with and I highly recommend reading!

I have a slight obsession with greek mythology ever since I was a child so I was very much looking forward to this book.

It's clear from the first page that the author is also a big lover of Greek mythology and has spent alot of time researching for this book. Unfortunately for me, the book just didn't hit the right spot. It felt a bit long-winded and the pacing was too slow for me. I also struggled to connect to the characters so overall I was a bit bored.

Not at all what I expected, I really struggled through this one and was disappointed that I didn’t get on with it as Hades is my favourite Greek god!

I wanted to like this, but I could not read past the long sentence structure. The plot was interesting enough when I could follow along.

So this is the third book in the series and while I don’t know that. You don’t need to have read the previous books for this book to make sense. You do however have to be familiar with Greek mythology, while he gives you a little reference library of names in the beginning there’ is a lot of references and previous knowledge would make reading it easier. It’s clear he knows his Greek mythology, the story is slow and denses. It made the characters hard to connect and get attached to. Overall I liked it but it’s def a time consuming read.

I did not realise this was the third in the series!! However it is a Greek mythology retelling series so I guess it doesn't really matter what order you read them in. It was an easy read and I found it really enjoyable, except for the repetitive fight scenes - an unnecessary evil. I'm sure they were relevant to the story and true to the myth however I wanted to read more character development than fight scenes, but that is a personal preference.

Ancient myth, familiar names, capturing you from the very first place! This book made me search whole ancient legends, peeking my interests! Loved reading it.
Also, Im so deeply in love with the cover. Those colors and symbols are definitely my thing ♡♡

"Hades" is an enchanting voyage into the realm of mythology, a literary gem that captivated my imagination from start to finish. Mark Knowles, the author, demonstrates a masterful ability to interweave mythological themes, historical context, and a gripping narrative, creating a reading experience that keeps the audience thoroughly engrossed.

The book's most outstanding feature is the author's capacity to introduce readers to the intricate tapestry of history and myth. Knowles's storytelling not only informs but also immerses the reader in the fascinating world of ancient legends. The manner in which he breathes life into these timeless tales is nothing short of extraordinary.

Knowles's writing style is nothing short of elegant and evocative, which effortlessly transports readers into the universe of gods, heroes, and legendary creatures. It beautifully captures the essence of the myths and conveys the awe-inspiring nature of these age-old stories.

In summary, "Hades" seamlessly blends mythology, history, and captivating storytelling into a literary masterpiece. The book's mythological themes, the author's skill in introducing readers to history and myth, and the exquisite writing style are all elements that make it a must-read for anyone who appreciates the timeless allure of mythology. Mark Knowles has achieved something truly remarkable with this book, making it a compelling addition to the world of mythological literature.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

Unfortunately, I had to DNF this about a third of the way through. I tried to push through, but kept getting bogged down by the language.

The author clearly did their research, which I respect, and this reads a bit like a history book with some pride and dialogue. I also found the changing perspectives hard to follow so I kept getting lost in the story and having to back track.

Just not the book for me, but i know there are others who will love it.

You can tell the author really dug deep into the ancient epics to give this story that legit old-school vibe. Now, I'm usually all about those Greek mythology retellings and myth-inspired tales, but this time, the writing just didn't quite do it for me. The journey felt kind of meh, even though I know others might have dug it.

Hades by Mark Knowles is a captivating dive into Greek mythology, offering a fresh perspective that can be enjoyed independently of the previous books in the series. The story revolves around Xandros, the underappreciated son of an Argonaut, who embarks on a quest to reunite the legendary heroes to defend their island from the impending threat of the Sea People. While the characters are well-drawn and the author's deep understanding of Greek mythology shines through, the novel's slow pacing and reliance on action might not resonate with all readers. The book excels in its portrayal of male characters but lacks strong female representation, in keeping with traditional Greek myths. Ultimately, Hades is a solid addition to the realm of Greek mythology-inspired literature, with its share of strengths and weaknesses that will appeal to those who share a fascination with these ancient tales.

I really wanted to love this book and parts I very much did. I have so much respect for the amount of time the author spent researching for this book because it comes across in the story, but the book is very slow paced. I loved the action parts of the story and surprisingly the characters are relatable.

I've not read the first two books in this series and can tell you that you really don't need to but you (like me) might wish to after reading Hades.

The book tells the story of Xandros, the much maligned son of Euneus (a son of Jason). His father generally dismisses him and following an attack on their neighbours, the Moudrians and a personal affront against Ekhinos (son of the Moudrian king) Xandros sets out to gather the Argonauts together to save his island and others from the marauding Sea People (Persians). Throughout his travels Xandros finds his courage and on his return he sets about galvanising the island into battle readiness.

The story is a good one and you don't need to know much about Greek myth to follow it easily. The only part I found a little dull was the actual fighting which, whilst probably historically accurate, was pretty repetitive. But if you like a fight scene or two then you'll love it.

I thought the characters were believable and sympathetically drawn. Even the ageing Argonauts were wonderful. Such a great plot twist to involve them in the lives of possible progeny.

The story itself was easy to follow and not packed with useless detail (great in a history book, not that exciting in fiction). All in all I'd definitely go back and read the first two books, Argo and Jason.

Thankyou to Netgalley and Aria & Ares for the advance review copy.

Good writing, exhaustively researched and a clear love of the genre. Its difficult finding new ways to bring Greek mythology to life. The book was well done but not my favorite retelling, bogged down in places. I know it can be confusing but honestly the original stories are convoluted and confusing so it's sometimes difficult to find a through point. For fans of these myths (Like myself) this book is a worthy one..it just may take a bit. Take notes on who is who!

Perfect for fans of Greeks mythology and action packed storylines.

Xandros is trying to reunite the Argonauts and help defeat the sea people from invading.

I gave this book 2 out of 5 stars. I did not enjoy reading this book. It was very long and it kept jumping into different perspectives. I could not keep track with what was going on. I did not understand what was happening until the very end. I usually like Greek mythology, but this was not something I liked. I gave it two stars instead of one because it was not horrible. If you can actually follow along without getting bored or not understanding, then this might be good for you. Although, I still would not recommend this book to others.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

I am a fan of Greek mythology but unfortunately, this is not one of my top reads in the genre. First of all, it would've been nice if the information included that this is actually a third installment in a series but I only found that out after I got the copy. Maybe that was on me for not doing more research but I do believe it should be mentioned in the briefing on the book.

Second, I'm usually quite a big fan of Hades retellings but this was not my cup of tea. I did not find the characters interesting to follow, even though clearly the correct research was done by the Knowles. It was just a tad too slow for me and the overall story was just not that appealing to me.

Not for me, a bit too slow. Although its clear the author did so much research and reading before writing this book.