Psyche and Eros: The spellbinding Greek mythology retelling that everyone's talk

Description: Psyche and Eros by Luna McNamara The hotly-anticipated, captivating and immersive retelling of one of the greatest love stories in Greek mythology, in which the god of love, Eros, is pricked by his own cursed arrow and falls for a spirited, fierce young mortal woman, Psyche. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A riotous adventure, populated by a cast of vivid, glittering characters JENNIFER SAINTAn enthralling tale of adventure, romance, and star-crossed lovers SUE LYNN TANNTHE GOD OF LOVE HAS FINALLY MET HIS MATCH...Born into an era of heroes, a prophecy claims that Psyche - Princess of Mycenae - will defeat a monster feared even by the gods themselves. Rebelling against societys traditions, she spends her youth mastering blade and bow, preparing to fulfil her destiny.But she is soon caught up in powers beyond her control, when the jealous Aphrodite sends the God of Desire, Eros, to deliver a fatal love-curse. The last thing Eros wants is to become involved in the chaos of the mortal world, but when he is pricked by the very arrow intended for Psyche, he is doomed to love a woman who will be torn from him the moment their eyes meet.Thrown together by fate, headstrong Psyche and world-weary Eros will face challenges greater than they could have ever imagined. And as the Trojan War begins and the whole of the heavens try to keep them apart, will they find their way back to each other before its too late?A stunning, exciting and hotly-anticipated feminist retelling of one of the greatest love stories in Greek mythology. Luna McNamaras exquisitely written debut will appeal to fans of Madeline Miller, Jennifer Saint and Susan Stokes-Chapman.Praise for Psyche and Eros:A fabulously entertaining retelling, full of magic, humour and heart ELODIE HARPERThis spellbinding, witty feminist retelling of the Greek myth is a must read WOMANS OWNEvery page is a breathless, swoonworthy adventure ROSHANI CHOKSHIPsyche and Eros refigures for our times a classic tale of disguise and revelation, of improbable passion tested by fate GREGORY MAGUIREEvocative and lyrically spun...Psyche and Eros is a pure delight REBECCA ROSSA tender, meditative, bittersweet tale of one of literatures most ancient themes: love unfolding through self-discovery in the face of death MAYA DEANEFiercely feminist and deeply romantic, Psyche and Eros has the allure...and the epic quality of ancient myth, tinged with...modern wit AVA REIDOne simply falls into the pages and is taken along on a fun, imaginative KATHERINE J. CHEN Author Biography Luna McNamara holds a masters degree from Harvard University in the study of women and gender in world religions. A lifelong lover of Greek myths, she has studied ancient Greek language and philosophy. She is currently a social worker living in Boston. Psyche and Eros is her debut novel Review Luna McNamaras sweeping retelling of Eros and Psyche adds a gorgeous lustre and depth to a beloved myth. Every page is a breathless, swoonworthy adventure proving that in the hands of a talented storyteller, ancient tales always have something new to offer * Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Tale of the Flower Bride *Fiercely feminist and deeply romantic, Psyche and Eros has the allure of an old fable and the epic quality of ancient myth, tinged with a provocative, modern wit * Ava Reid, bestselling author of The Wolf and the Woodsman *Psyche and Eros refigures for our times a classic tale of disguise and revelation, of improbable passion tested by fate * Gregory Maguire, bestselling author of WICKED *Evocative and lyrically spun, Luna McNamaras Psyche and Eros is a pure delight. Bright as a constellation on a moonless night, this reimagining limns the ancient myth while also granting us vibrant insight into the hearts of both Psyche and Eros. Romantic, poignant, and spellbinding * Rebecca Ross, #1 internationally bestselling author of A River Enchanted *Delightful . . . A tender, meditative, bittersweet tale of one of literatures most ancient themes: love unfolding through self-discovery in the face of death * Maya Deane, author of Wrath Goddess Sing *Fiercely feminist and deeply romantic, Psyche and Eros has the allure of an old fable and the epic quality of ancient myth, tinged with a provocative, modern wit * Ava Reid *A beautiful retelling, breathing new life into a beloved myth. Luna McNamara weaves an enthralling tale of adventure, romance, and star-crossed lovers, in an enchanting world of ancient gods and legends * Sue Lynn Tan, bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess * Details ISBN1398712868 Author Luna McNamara Pages 352 Publisher Orion Publishing Co Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781398712867 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-02-01 Imprint Orion Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Audience General UK Release Date 2024-02-01 Language English ISBN-10 1398712868 Subtitle The spellbinding Greek mythology retelling that everyones talking about! NZ Release Date 2024-04-29 AU Release Date 2024-04-29 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:157998575;

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