Black Sun

by Rebecca Roanhorse

Series: Between Earth and Sky (#1)

Rebecca Roanhorse’s Black Sun is an epic fantasy inspired by pre-Columbian civilizations in the Americas. Set in the city of Tova, where celestial prophecies converge, it follows a blind priestess, a ship captain with secrets, and a mysterious man marked as a god. As a solar eclipse approaches, political tensions and divine destinies collide. Roanhorse weaves a richly detailed world of magic, prophecy, and power struggles, crafting a narrative full of diverse cultures, complex characters, and mythic resonance. Black Sun is the first in the Between Earth and Sky series and a bold, genre-defying fantasy adventure.

House of Odysseus

by Claire North

Series: The Songs of Penelope (#2)

In 'House of Odysseus' by Claire North, the labyrinthine complexities of Greek mythology are reimagined through a modern lens. The narrative unfolds as a compelling tapestry of intrigue and destiny centered around the life and legacy of the legendary hero Odysseus. North masterfully brings rich detail and emotive depth to beloved mythological characters, transforming them from static icons to dynamic figures. The story delves into themes of power, legacy, and the enduring human spirit, skillfully questioning the nature of heroism itself. Readers are drawn into a world that balances epic adventure with intimate personal struggles, leaving a profound impact through its vivid storytelling and philosophical exploration.

Ithaca

by Claire North

Series: The Songs of Penelope (#1)

In 'Ithaca,' Claire North masterfully reimagines the legend of Penelope, exploring themes of power, patience, and survival against the backdrop of a fantastical ancient Greece. The narrative offers a fresh perspective on Penelope, a woman often overshadowed by her husband, Odysseus, yet who exudes resilience and astute political acumen while ruling in his prolonged absence. North's lyrical prose and dynamic storytelling paint a vivid picture of a kingdom in waiting, delving into the intricacies of female agency and the silent strength required to maintain authority amidst uncertainty and threat. Through rich characterization and a compelling plot, 'Ithaca' elevates a timeless myth into a poignant meditation on identity and control.

Circe

by Madeline Miller

In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. Circe is a strange child not powerful and terrible, like her father, nor gorgeous and mercenary like her mother. Scorned and rejected, Circe grows up in the shadows, at home in neither the world of gods or mortals. But Circe has a dark power of her own- witchcraft. When her gift threatens the gods, she is banished to the island of Aiaia where she hones her occult craft, casting spells, gathering strange herbs and taming wild beasts. Yet a woman who stands alone will never be left in peace for long and among her island's guests is an unexpected visitor- the mortal Odysseus, for whom Circe will risk everything. So Circe sets forth her tale, a vivid, mesmerizing epic of family rivalry, love and loss the defiant, inextinguishable song of woman burning hot and bright through the darkness of a man's world.