A review by emmie_mort
Epic of Helinthia by M.J. Pankey

adventurous dark emotional lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

So I might be a bit of a cliche high fantasy fan but give me a huge cast list & a map & I’m a happy girl. Using the background of Ancient Greece, this book follows a large (but not overwhelming) cast of characters, as they battle Gods, fate, familial expectations & each other to better their world. The characters are well rounded & developed, the female characters are strong & 3 dimensional. A tiny little bit of spice, battle scenes (but no SA thank goodness), & animal harm are a few of the triggers to be aware of. 

For fans of high fantasy looking for a change from the standard “Medieval Europe called something else” setting, & fans of Greek myths who want to dip their toe into high fantasy with the comfort of some familiar elements as support.  
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