Wait For Me, I'm Reading a Retelling
Published on November 25, 2025
By Emma
I remember it vividly: the day I went to my local public library and checked out a weighty encyclopedia of Greek mythology to find out “the truth” of the myth behind my favorite Disney movie. To my shock and horror, Hercules (or should I say, Heracles) was not the charismatic and uncomplicated hero I had imagined him to be.
While this discovery initially felt like a betrayal, it led me down a borderline obsessive path to learn everything I could about Greek mythology. The stories of gods and goddesses, heroes and anti-heroes, and monsters and humans captivated my attention. Ten-year-old me was on to something, but after diligent research and completing the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, my obsession slowly diminished and went dormant.
Imagine my delight when I discovered that modern Greek mythology retellings were back in full force with diverse perspectives and fresh interpretations. I can confidently say that I’m back in my Greek mythology era, and you, dear reader, should join me!
Whether you're a fan of the classics like The Iliad or The Odyssey, or you're completely new to the genre (don’t worry, no prior reading required!), there’s sure to be a captivating tale, a legendary hero, or a talented author waiting to spark your curiosity.
When goddess Circe is banished for cultivating her magic, she finds her own will and power to be stronger than those who hold influence in the heavens.
Everyone loves to hate her, but this reimagining of the queen of the gods brings new perspectives to her wrath and the burden of immortality.
If you need a refreshed overview of Greek mythology as a whole, look no further than this humorous yet culturally rich collection.
Told through multiple perspectives, this tale recounts the Trojan War through the eyes of the women and girls so often sidelined in major Greek myths.
Trickster gods and epic quests abound in this riotous fresh take that pushes the boundaries of faithful adaptations.
Briseis takes readers deep into the heart of the Greek’s war camp in this gritty retelling of the Trojan war.
Epic family drama, deceit, and despair follow in the wake of the king and queen of Mycenae’s murderous and ambitious designs.
Herc by Phoenicia Rogerson
The heroic Hercules may not be the undisputed hero popular media may lead you to believe, and this remix lays out all of the shocking details.
Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe
Led by a core retelling of Hades and Persephone, this graphic novel adaptation interweaves countless Greek myths and figures caught between an ancient Greece and a fully modern Mount Olympus.
Loosely inspired by several Greek myths, this dark academia thriller references the classics while being set in our modern day.
If you are feeling particularly inspired, don’t forget to check out Mango Languages for a more in-depth study of ancient Greek texts.
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