A visually stunning novel full of romance, mythical creatures, and vast adventures. The characters are powerful and unforgettable. An incredible book.

A Fresh Take on Greek Mythology

Rating: 3.5

This epic fantasy reimagines the world of Greek mythology, bringing the stories of gods and heroes into a whole new light. Danae's story is full of action, drama, monsters, and romance. The pacing is well-balanced, making it an enjoyable and entertaining read.

The protagonist, Danae, is a compelling character, and her experiences of love, loss, and confusion drive the plot forward. The supporting characters are well-rounded and believable, offering a refreshing twist on well-known Greek legends.

The narration has a sardonic quality, but it doesn't sacrifice the emotional impact of Danae's story.

While some readers may find the story slightly uneven or have trouble connecting with the protagonist, the book is overall an interesting read for fans of Greek mythology and fantasy. The ending leaves the reader eagerly wanting to know more

Recommended for fans of Hera by Jennifer Saint, The Trials of Hercules by Tammie Painter, For the Most Beautiful by Emily Hauser, and Wrath Goddess Sing by Maya Deane.

Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for providing an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed this. I liked getting into the Greek mythology--it made me feel a bit nostalgic, honestly. I also thought that the retelling aspect of this was well done. There have been a lot of retellings in the last year or so that feel either so copy and paste from the original story, or just are boring, and this was not like that at all. While this story has a slow start, the characters and the plot are so compelling that I ended up really enjoying this story.

Honestly, I'm not a huge Greek Mythology girlie (to my ever-growing chagrin, because all the cool kids are), and the few retellings I've picked up haven't grabbed my attention. That is until Daughter of Chaos! I was slowly sucked in and became attached to our fierce Danae as she starts to unravel lies and discover her own truth. It has a bit of a slow start, but Danae's strong character immediately drew me in and I'm so glad I stuck with it! Very excited to read anything else Webb might come out with!

I think fans of Percy Jackson would love this book. It is about Greek Gods, set around Danae, a fisherman's daughter who joins forces with Heracules against the Gods. If you know anything about the actual Danae from Greek stories this one has absolutely nothing to do with that.

Mythology books are something I really enjoy so I was very interested in this and I thought the world building was great! It was so unique and I never read anything like it. I did have a little bit of a hard time with the ending as it felt very rushed and also abrupt but still would recommend reading it given the cool unique world.

I truly appreciated the unique perspective the author brought to Greek mythology in this book. While it features all the well-known gods and monsters, Webb has added a refreshing twist that makes it stand out. Danae is a fantastic female main character; she's both fun and witty, and her journey is filled with heartache and adventure. Watching her evolve from a sheltered, naive girl into someone who thoughtfully considers her actions is incredibly inspiring.

I love a good fantasy book and this one was no different. It hooked me right from the beginning and I loved every minute of this wild ride. I am such a sucker for Greek Mythology retellings and this one hit the mark.

I can’t wait to get the next installment in this series. A Very special thank you to NetGalley and the author and publisher for and ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

To start, I need to give Webb major kudos. The amount of emotion and rage she had me feeling for these characters is impressive. I also felt like Webb’s writing was incredible throughout the story. I also really appreciated Webb’s spin on mythology and approach to world building. This was a unique and fresh take on stories that are already well known. This is truly not just another Greek mythology retelling, which was one of the main elements I found so exciting. Danae’s character development and growth felt natural and believable even if I struggled with her at times. For the plot as a whole, I did find the pacing inconsistent at times where it went from full throttle action to feeling like nothing happening, and I wish it was a little more balanced. I do think the action was well depicted without being over the top. The audiobook narration was well performed. Lucy Walker-Evans did well to moderate her narration to match the pacing of the story — speeding up during intense moments to heighten the emotional response. Walker-Evans was able to keep my attention from start to finish on the story.

i randomly stumbled upon this book one day and after reading the synopsis i immediately wanted to read this. i was fortunate enough to receive an ARC (thank you to the author and publisher!!) and let me just say, if this isn’t on your radar, change that right now!

daughter of chaos is a high fantasy with greek mythology roots, that will have your questioning everything you thought you knew. a.s webb’s ability to create a world that draws inspiration from the classic greek tales but in the same instance flips everything upside down is commendable. the world building was phenomenal and i truly felt like i was inserted into this world as i read. despite having a slow start, once this story picks up, the action doesn’t stop. not once did i predict what way this story would turn or any of the (many) plot twists. danae is such a strong female main character and i loved following her journey. she truly is willing to do whatever it takes to fulfill her journey and couldn’t help but keep reading to see her every next move. despite the size of this novel (450+ pages) i consumed this within 48 hours!! the ending of this novel had me on the edge of my seat and my jaw on the floor. while a lot of this book felt like build up for the rest of this series, it was all worth it. this is one of the most unique stories i have ever read and i am thrilled to see what else this author will create. i’m mind blown that this is her debut novel. i’m devastated to wait for the next book but i will anxiously wait because i see great things for this story.

The premise of this book is interesting. The potential for a great book is there.
I love a good Greek mythology inspired story. In that respect, it does not disappoint. I like the play of some of the gods striking down from beyond while others are in Athens, questing alongside Danae (FMC). Danae herself is a strong FMC with great potential. I love how she is challenging the gods, fighting through her doubts about them, and not taking their bs lying down.

Unfortunately, it didn’t quite work for me. The plot doesn’t get moving until about 40%. It’s difficult to describe: there’s action and a lot is happening in the first part of the book but at the same time, none of it is moving the story forward. There’s also not enough defining world building or depth of character development to make the slow movement worthwhile.

The ending was a little lackluster for me. On the plus side it hints at the Underworld/maybe Hades coming in at the next book. If so, I’d read book two to see this author’s version of Hades.

I received an eARC copy of this book from NetGalley. Thank you for the opportunity to read and review!

🌳 REVIEW 🌳
Genre: Fantasy/Greek Mythology
464 pages

❓ what’s your favorite fruit?

Thank you to MIRA and A.S. Webb for this ARC.

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know one of my weaknesses is a good Greek mythology retelling. In this debut fantasy novel, A.S. Webb throws us right into the middle of some classic heroes, including Heracles, Atalanta, and Jason of Argos.

🌳What did you love the most?
Without giving too much away, Webb creates a Greek version of the “Wizard of Oz” scene where you peek behind the curtain to see the Wizard. Nothing is as it seems in this book, and the reveals in the last 20 percent had me squealing with delight. It is a fresh take on the stories I know oh so well, and I loved the infusion of magic, harpies, and monsters throughout the plot.

🌳What to expect:
Secrets and betrayal
Greek myth heroes
Mortals vs. gods

🌳How was the pace?
The beginning starts a bit slow, but Webb takes you on a wild ride. I thought the plot was going one way, and they would quickly pivot another way. It kept me guessing and enraptured the entire time.

🌳Do you recommend this book?
If you like fantasy or Greek mythology, you need to read this book. It is beautifully written and full of action, adventure, and high-stakes quests.
4.25/5

Daughter of Chaos has all the emelents of a fantasy read without feeling like you're reading yet another fantasy novel. I appreciate that - it stands out and should have a wide appeal. The references to Greek Mythology werent' so dense that you needed a solid background in them to understand the storyline or characters. It was easy to fall in love with Danae and cheer for her as she went along her journey.

I received an ARC and this is my unbiased and honest opinion.

Daughter of Chaos was a great story filled with the perils of the Gods and Goddesses of Olympus. The characters were well written and the plot moved at a great pace. The only flaw that stood out to me was the main character didn’t seem to have much emotion. A few characters close to her are taken and she doesn’t bat an eye. She also isn’t very loyal but I think that’s because of all the events that happen to her. The side characters are amazing and you feel for each of them. I hope to see some of them back in the next book.

Danae finds out she has god like powers and goes on a guest to find answers. During her travel she stumbles upon Heracles and his band. They join together and end up battling against the gods and goddesses. Danae must get to Prometheus so she can save the world against the viciousnesses of the Olympians. Will she prevail?

A enjoyable read, filled with great battles, and well wrote characters. I am looking forward to the sequel.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the ARC.

I’m in love with this book from the characters to the pacing of the book, it’s all right up my alley. Greek mythology has never really been my thing but I found myself looking up terms to be better at immersing myself in the story.

Thanks to netgalley for a copy of the book for an exchange for an honest review.

Danae lives on the island of Naxos with her parents and beloved sister Alea. Life is difficult but the love they share for one another holds them together. When Danae, Alea and their mother attend the festival of Demeter they, like the other villagers, hope their meagre offerings will appease the goddess. But it has been a hard winter, the harvest is small and more and more villagers join the Missing. The festival is a disaster, not only is Demeter displeased with the offerings, she deserves a blood sacrifice, driving the villagers to panic. In the chaos, Alea goes missing. When she is finally found their lives change forever. Danae learns that the gods are not as all powerful as the stories depict them. Danae learns that she may have powers that rival that of the gods themselves. Danae goes on a quest throughout Greece to learn of her powers encountering friends and foes along the way.
Daughter of Chaos is an exciting tale inspired by the myths of Ancient Greece, it is not a retelling, rather a new tale set in the land of Greek myth that tells a story of its own. I loved it!

This was a really enjoyable mythology retelling! Honestly, I go into mythology books with a bit of hesitation, but this one was really entertaining and unique in my opinion. There are several well known characters such as Heracles, Atalanta, plus Jason and the other Argonauts, along with the usual gods of Olympus. However, there's a twist on their stories and I'm excited to see what's next in book two. Danae is the FMC and she has it rough. It was just problem after problem and I felt so bad for her, but so curious about her role in the overall story. I found the book exciting throughout and I was never bored. Even in the parts with less action, I found the story to be engaging and had me brushing up on some of the old mythology stories I read about. If you're into mythology retellings, this is a good one.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this arc!

This book was unfortunately a miss for me. I enjoy Retellings and I love Greek mythology, but this book did not add anything for me. The plot was sluggish and weirdly paced and lots of scenes just fell flat for me. In a subgenre that is quite stacked, this novel doesn’t make the mark.

Daughter of Chaos by A.S. Webb is the perfect epitome of what an epic fantasy should be. Set in ancient Greece this novel is booming with fantastic world building, likeable characters and a plot that will keep you on your toes.

Webb has an amazing talent for weaving a story that ties into the Greek mythology we all know and love while still making Danae's, our FMC, journey well paced and extremely interesting! I would recommend this book to anyone who loves Greek mythology, epic adventures, or hidden identity tropes.

As a side note, there is very little romance in the book and only takes place in the last 3rd of the book.

Daughter of Chaos is a great start to a new fantasy series surrounding Greek mythology. Even if you're not into mythology, this story has something for everyone-- you definitely do not need to be familiar with the stories to enjoy. I will definitely be picking up the sequel and look forward to seeing where the story goes!

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing | MIRA for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.