Lore Olympus: Volume One
Lore Olympus: Volume One by Rachel Smythe is a graphic novel published by National Geographic Books on November 2, 2021. This edition spans 384 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Persephone, the young goddess of spring, as she transitions from the mortal realm to the vibrant world of Olympus. After promising her mother, Demeter, to train as a sacred virgin, Persephone’s life takes a turn when she meets Hades, the enigmatic ruler of the Underworld, at a party. This encounter ignites a spark that complicates her understanding of love and power within the intricate dynamics of the gods.
Readers will find a contemporary reimagining of Greek mythology that blends elements of fantasy and romance. The narrative explores themes of forbidden love and the challenges of navigating relationships in a world filled with scandal and intrigue. This volume collects the first 25 episodes of Smythe’s Eisner-winning webcomic, offering a fresh perspective on familiar legends while introducing an exclusive short story from the creator. With its stylish artwork and engaging storytelling, this graphic novel invites readers to experience the complexities of Olympus through a modern lens.
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Scandalous gossip, wild parties, and forbidden love—witness what the gods do after dark in this stylish and contemporary reimagining of one of the best-known stories in Greek mythology, featuring a brand-new, exclusive short story from creator Rachel Smythe.
HUGO AWARD FINALIST • ONE OF NPR’S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR • “What Scott Pilgrim did for Canadian slackers, Lore Olympus does for the Greek pantheon, while being so beautiful that you know Aphrodite is just staring daggers in its direction.”—Kieron Gillen, co-creator of The Wicked + The Divine
Persephone, young goddess of spring, is new to Olympus. Her mother, Demeter, has raised her in the mortal realm, but after Persephone promises to train as a sacred virgin, she’s allowed to live in the fast-moving, glamorous world of the gods. When her roommate, Artemis, takes her to a party, her entire life changes: she ends up meeting Hades and feels an immediate spark with the charming yet misunderstood ruler of the Underworld. Now Persephone must navigate the confusing politics and relationships that rule Olympus, while also figuring out her own place—and her own power.
This edition of Smythe’s original Eisner-winning webcomic Lore Olympus brings Greek mythology into the modern age in a sharply perceptive and romantic graphic novel.
This volume collects episodes 1–25 of the #1 WEBTOON comic Lore Olympus.
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