I don't even know where to start. There was just so much about this book that didn't make sense to me. Hera has finally had enough of Zeus' shenanigans and wants to divorce him. Aphrodite sends one of her children, an Erote named Cia, to keep an eye on Hera after the divorce because Zeus and Hera are still linked by fate even though their marriage is over. Hera and Cia become close, and develop a relationship of their own. Throughout the book, there are incredibly detailed descriptions of the food that they are eating (almost always desserts) and it just felt really unnecessary. I got really tired of reading about all the food, and I was unsure of why it felt like they were always eating. Also, Aphrodite has a business where she sells beauty products, which also seems really odd. Like the food, there are many descriptions of the beauty products produced. The writing style is also a bit strange, I'm not sure if it's because this is a translation, or if it's just the author's style. The language seems slow and stilted in places, and at times characters refer to one another in odd ways. It was just a very strange read, and I have to say I was a bit disappointed because reading the blurb for this book I was super interested in it. It sounded so good, but the execution was just disappointing. There are some better retellings of Hera that are way more enjoyable to read than this one was.

Very cheesy but it works with greek mythology. This dived deep into some of the myths to make the premise to work. I would read more in this series/world and recommend it to someone who wants mythology and modern in a book.

2,5⭐️

First, thank you NetGalley and Rawikorn Tongsala for the ARC.

Hera's Divorce by maiwang? is a YA sapphic romance book.

As a fan of Greek mythology, I was very excited to read this novel, but unfortunately, it didn’t really catch my interest.
The premise was good, but I wasn't particularly fond of the characters or the romance between Hera and Cia.

I'm not sure if it was the author's original style or the translation, but the writing in this one just felt too awkward and unpolished for me.

Everything about this is AMAZING! Give me the GREEK GODDESS HER and make the story SAPPHIC?!!!!! need i say more? absolutely not! This was pure perfection! no notes.

I received this book for free for an honest review from netgalley. Thank you for the opportunity

Not my cup of tea

Ich weiß ehrlich gesagt nicht, wie ich dieses Buch bewerten soll, da ich es aufgrund relativ kurzer Ausleihdauer (ohne Verlängerung) nicht lesen konnte.

thank you to netgalley for the advanced reading copy. I really enjoyed this and will be getting copies for my shop.

Do I wish the story had been edited a few more times? Yes.

But did I enjoy a new take on Hera and Zeus? Also yes.

The story is saved by its "newness". The writer has great idea but the execution could be better.

“How could you handle the humans’ marriages for hundreds of years, when you don’t even know love?” - Cia

Very well written with great characters and great atmosphere. I enjoyed it immensely.

“Because perhaps only anger and hatred could soothe a shattered heart.”

“Hera’s Divorce,” by Maiwang?

Hera, Queen of the gods, is getting a divorce from her cheating husband, Zeus. Aphrodite gives Hera and Eros to help her with the divorce. Both together navigate the rocky end of Zeus’ and Hera’s relationship.

I liked the idea and concept, it was entertaining. I had trouble with the writing style and so many unimportant parts that made me feel bored at times. The Lgbtqia+ aspect of the book was unique but felt a bit juvenile for the age of the characters. They are very old, and they acted like relationships were new water, which didn’t make sense to me. 3 out of 5 stars.

That was a good book ! I really enjoyed reading it ! The divorced Hera is my favorite Olympus godess

I loved the premise of this story and was really excited to get into it but unfortunately the writing style was really not for me. I definitely think this could appeal to a younger audience or those who don’t struggle as much with this kind of writing style but I had a really hard time getting through it.

An fabulous journey into the tumultuous world of Greek mythology, reimagined in a contemporary setting. In this captivating novel, Hera, the formidable Queen of the Greek gods, takes center stage as she embarks on a daring quest to divorce her powerful and domineering husband, Zeus. The story takes an unexpected twist when she seeks assistance from her rival, Aphrodite, who introduces her to Eros, a sensual and magnetic character.

The narrative skillfully weaves together the elements of passion, rivalry, and the clash of personalities as Hera and Eros form an unlikely partnership. The emotionally charged LGBTQ romance between the authoritative Hera and the charismatic Cia is both electric and heartwarming. Hera's Divorce is a great read for those seeking a fresh take on Greek mythology, filled with memorable characters and a passionate adventure that will keep you hooked from start to finish.

Page two: "Boys will be boys." Nope. The writing style is so juvenile that I felt like this was written for elementary students who need everything spelled out and repeated,

Hold onto your laurel wreaths, folks, because Hera's Divorce is a sizzling Greek myth remix that'll make your heart race faster than Hermes on a sugar high! Imagine the queen of the gods, Hera, fed up with Zeus and his shenanigans, seeking help from none other than the goddess of love, Aphrodite. But what does she get instead? A clingy Eros who's as hot as Hades and twice as charming!

This book is like a mythological rollercoaster, and the chemistry between Hera and Cia is hotter than Mount Olympus on a summer day. It's all wrapped up in a contemporary setting with divine LGBTQ romance that'll make your heart skip a beat. If you're looking for a passionate and captivating read that's as spicy as ambrosia, Hera's Divorce is the book for you. Don't miss out on this epic love story that's destined to make waves in the world of Greek mythology!

The concept of this book is great, unfortunately it has some writing flaws. It is written in a very direct format suited for younger readers, however, the issue arises in how the story it told. The writer literally tells you everything instead of employing techniques to show the reader. I think a younger audience might enjoy this book but I would find it tedious to read aloud to a class.

I received an arc and am reviewing this of my own volition.

Couldn’t get Into this, wasn’t what I was expecting and my expectations were way off. Amazing writing just not the book for me

It was a fun concept, it’s always nice to see a more feminist and fun, even campy, take of the myths.

However, maybe it was the translation but the language threw me off that I couldn’t finish the book. It was too Wattpad-y, it felt like the script of a Webtoon rather than a novel. It was so lazy and flat, trying too much to be fun to forget that it was supposed to be a published book. Cringe writing is no longer fun.

I first want to say this was an amazing book. It’s fast paced but a perfect romantic comedy mixed with action. I do love how they made Hera’s actions towards other women who had relationships with Zeus a center point in her character growth. Amazing book!