Hera A Novel
Hera A Novel by Jennifer Saint, published by Flatiron Books on August 13, 2024, is a 400-page exploration of Greek mythology through the eyes of its most famous goddess. This edition presents Hera’s journey as she navigates the complexities of power and ambition alongside her brother Zeus. As they overthrow their tyrannical father, Hera’s initial dreams of ruling alongside Zeus are challenged by the harsh realities of their reign on Mount Olympus.
Readers will find a rich retelling that delves into themes of power, passion, and the struggles of divine strength. Hera grapples with her identity as she transitions from a powerful figure to a relegated role of wife and mother, questioning the cycle of violence and cruelty that surrounds her. This novel intertwines elements of mythology with a focus on women’s experiences, offering a fresh perspective on ancient narratives.
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An ENTHRALLING retelling from the #1 INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING author of Ariadne, Elektra, and Atalanta!
Greek mythology’s MOST FAMOUS AND MALIGNED goddess finally tells her own story, as power, passion, and divine strength collide in the HEART OF OLYMPUS
Even the gods must have their queen.
When the immortal goddess Hera and her brother Zeus overthrow their tyrannical father, she dreams of ruling at Zeus’s side. But as they establish their reign on Mount Olympus, Hera begins to see that Zeus is just as ruthless and cruel as the father they betrayed.
While Zeus ascends, Hera is relegated to the role of wife and mother, a role she never wanted. She was always born to rule, but must she lose herself in perpetuating this cycle of violence and cruelty? Or can she find a way to forge a better world?
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