{"product_id":"lore-olympus-volume-two","title":"Lore Olympus: Volume Two","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRachel Smythe \u003c\/b\u003eis the creator of the Eisner-winning \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e, published via Webtoon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"If eyes could eat, [ \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e] would be a feast. Smythe's artistic style features bright washes of color and bold, suggestive lines. . . . It's paced as a soap opera, all drawn-out tensions and long-simmering secrets, and I, for one, am thrilled to be along for the ride.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--\u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"It's easy to see why the internet has fallen in love with \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e. This dazzling interpretation of the classic Greek myths is as charming as it is provocative, and as witty as it is startlingly romantic. Prepare to be swept away!\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Marissa Meyer, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"This is a refreshingly modern and surprisingly poignant take on the Hades and Persephone myth. Not only does Rachel Smythe's talent as an illustrator shine in \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e but also her skill with weaving a steamy, often laugh-out-loud funny, and emotional retelling.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eFrom Blood and Ash\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"With vivid, irresistible art and storytelling that would make even the Muses swoon, this modern myth deftly tackles the darkness of the ancient stories while never losing its brilliant light. I couldn't devour it fast enough.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Alexandra Bracken, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eLore\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Sheer bliss. Rachel Smythe is a master storyteller, filling each gorgeously illustrated page with equal parts humor, heart, and joy.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Meg Cabot, author of The Princess Diaries and Abandon series\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\" \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e is a visual feast! It's sexy and clever, taking ancient Greek myths and spinning them to be relevant today. I could not put this graphic novel down and cannot wait to see more of Persephone and Hades--and the rest of the \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e pantheon.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--P. C. Cast, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eSpells Trouble\u003c\/i\u003e and the House of Night series\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Smart, sexy, romantic, and full of heart . . . an unforgettable and startlingly relatable epic that combines addictive storytelling, engaging characters, and a lush, unmistakable art style.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Kami Garcia, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eTeen Titans: Raven\u003c\/i\u003e and coauthor of \u003ci\u003eBeautiful Creatures\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"An inspired, sweet, and thoroughly modern reimagining of Hades and Persephone's tale. Its cast is memorable, and its central relationship absorbing and spellbinding.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Aliette de Bodard, award-winning author of \u003ci\u003eFireheart Tiger\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Rachel Smythe's \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e is a stunning reimagining of classical myth. Smythe adapts the story of Persephone and Hades, removing it from its dark origins and building a brand-new epic with her own complex and beautiful characters. The rest of the gods, nymphs, and creatures of Smythe's world are the icing on top.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Liv Albert, author of \u003ci\u003eGreek Mythology: The Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e and creator of \u003ci\u003eLet's Talk About Myths, Baby!\u003c\/i\u003e podcast\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"A sweepingly romantic story that offers new meaning with each and every rereading, Rachel Smythe's \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e perfectly balances humor and tragedy, heartbreak and desire. Fans who enjoyed it as a webcomic will be thrilled to hold this luscious work of art in their hands.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Jo Rochelle, creator of \u003ci\u003eGirl Wonder\u003c\/i\u003e podcast\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\" \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e is an addictive, romantic gem of a comic, filled with complex, lovable (and hateable) characters. The artwork is rich and dramatic, with gorgeous colors and bold linework, each panel a dreamy treat for the eyes. I can't wait to continue reading Hades and Persephone's story.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Faith Erin Hicks, Eisner Award winner and \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling cartoonist\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\" \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect escape. Rachel Smythe's artwork is vivid and enchanting, with deeply relatable characters and a deft handling of their dark pasts. For anyone looking for a fresh take on Hades and Persephone, \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e brings us a sexy and delightful romp that captivates until the very last page. Whimsical and heartfelt!\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Ashley Poston, author of the national bestseller \u003ci\u003eGeekerella\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\" \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e is a delicacy. Funny, dark, sexy, and lavishly illustrated, it delights on every page. I can't recommend it enough.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Kate Leth, author of Marvel's \u003ci\u003ePatsy Walker, A.K.A. Hellcat!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Moody, beautiful, and funny . . . Be transported to a gorgeous reimagining of Greek gods in a modern fantasy setting. Romance, drama, trauma, and goofs! You will not be able to put this down once you start!\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Babs Tarr, professional comic artist\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Romantic, radical, and relatable, goddesses have never been more gloriously grounded. A must-read for any girls figuring out their own power.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Sam Maggs, co-creator of \u003ci\u003eTell No Tales: Pirates of the Southern Seas\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"The tale of Hades and Persephone is one of the most recognizable in all of Greek mythology but in Smythe's hands, against a sleek modern backdrop, it is made new again. In this reimagining we get a Persephone with agency and nuance, and a Hades with a conscience. The storytelling is immersive, the characters are engaging, and the art is exquisite. I loved every single frame!\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Kalynn Bayron, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eCinderella Is Dead\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\" \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e is my favorite graphic novel-- \n\u003ci\u003eever\u003c\/i\u003e. I have read and reread this brilliantly crafted work of art and cannot get enough of this story. Even though the legend of Hades and Persephone is thousands of years old, you will fall in love with these characters in a whole new way--and you'll never see the twists and turns coming!\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Beth Revis, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eAcross the Universe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Rachel Smythe's \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e is an addicting, swoony delight. This clever take on a timeless tale is destined to become a modern classic.\" \n\u003cb\u003e--Adrienne Young, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eFable\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eand \u003ci\u003eNamesake\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Sensitive and elegant . . . Beautiful artwork and compelling characters [take] the forefront of this romantic, tech-savvy retelling of Greek mythology.\" \n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e--Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e#1 \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e BESTSELLER - Witness what the gods do after dark in the second volume of a 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.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"It's easy to see why the internet has fallen in love with \u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e. This dazzling interpretation of the classic Greek myths is as charming as it is provocative.\"--Marissa Meyer, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePersephone was ready to start a new life when she left the mortal realm for Olympus. However, she quickly discovered the dark side of her glamorous new home--from the relatively minor gossip threatening her reputation to a realm-shattering violation of her safety by the conceited Apollo--and she's struggling to find her footing in the fast-moving realm of the gods. Hades is also off-balance, fighting against his burgeoning feelings for the young goddess of spring while maintaining his lonely rule of the Underworld. As the pair are drawn ever closer, they must untangle the twisted webs of their past and present to build toward a new future. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis edition of Smythe's original Eisner-winning webcomic \n\u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e brings Greek mythology into the modern age in a sharply perceptive and romantic graphic novel. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThis volume collects episodes 26-49 of the #1 WEBTOON comic \u003ci\u003eLore Olympus\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eBooklist\u003c\/span\u003e 06\/01\/2022 pg. 56 (EAN 9780593356081, Paperback) - *Starred Review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eBooklist\u003c\/span\u003e 06\/01\/2022 pg. 56 (EAN 9780593160305, Hardcover) - *Starred Review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Smythe, Rachel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Inklore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePub Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2022-07-05\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC:\u003c\/b\u003e Comics \u0026amp; Graphic Novels \/ Fantasy \/ General|Comics \u0026amp; Graphic Novels \/ Romance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/b\u003e Persephone|Hades|Mythology, Greek|Gods|Goddesses|Man-woman relationships|Mythological comics|Romance comics|Comics (Graphic works)|Graphic novels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.96 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780593356081\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIN:\u003c\/b\u003e -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e SP-9780593356081\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inklore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52372818198809,"sku":"SP-9780593356081","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/0380\/5209\/files\/9780593356081_spiral.png?v=1778451622","url":"https:\/\/westbindery.com\/products\/lore-olympus-volume-two","provider":"West Bindery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}