Epic of Helinthia (Epic of Helinthia, #1)
(By M.J. Pankey)
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– Maria V. Snyder, New York Times Bestselling author of The Study of Poisons
When a madman seizes the throne, the gods on Olympus fall silent, and the island of Helinthia descends into decay.
Dargos believes these events are intertwined and persuades Kelric and Gadnor to join him in a rebellion against the tyrant king. They aim to win the gods’ favor and restore prosperity to their blighted land.
With unwavering determination, they embark on a quest to rally support for the war, leaving Dargos’ sister, Gonivein, safe within Shallinath. But the king’s spies, ever vigilant, lurk in the shadows, ready to strike and punish the rebels for their treasonous ideas.
Turmoil meets them at every turn, and a chilling truth dawns: not all the gods desire Helinthia’s recovery. Some are determined to plunge the island further into chaos.
When hope seems lost, a mysterious figure emerges, harboring a dark secret that could bring peace to Helinthia. But at what cost?
Fans of Madeline Miller's Circe and Jennifer Saint's Ariadne will delight in this original epic fantasy, transported to a vivid world of myth and majesty, danger and deception. Experience the wrath of both gods and men to a narrative imbued with the essence of Homer's epic, the Iliad. MJ Pankey's gods, goddesses, heroes, and heroines come alive in all of their flawed complexities to deliver a page-turning tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seat 'til the very end.
"I was on the edge of my seat throughout this epic tale. Pankey delivers a fantastical adventure of mortal rebellion and divine games. Recommended!"
– Historical Novels Review
"In Epic of Helinthia, MJ Pankey flawlessly combines the magic and mythology of ancient Greece with the richness and scope of the epic fantasy genre. With a fabulous cast of characters, breathless action and a driving plot, this adventure is not to be missed."
– A.D. Rhine, author of Horses of Fire
"Epic of Helinthia is a page-turner of an epic-fantasy debut! Inspired by ancient Greek culture and mythology (and well-researched, too), this story is rich with political intrigue, plot twists, and betrayal, oh my! Can't wait to see what happens next!"
– Sharon Lynn Fisher, author of Salt & Broom
"MJ Pankey's Epic of Helinthia is the work of an author whose adroitness with prose, dialog, and characterization makes this an irresistible addition to the genre of the pseudo-historical novel."
– IndieReader (IR-Approved review)
"From its harrowing first chapter to the firm, inspiring final lines, Epic of Helinthia is a memorable, high-stakes adventure—the first in a trilogy of fantasy novels in which mortals and immortals clash over the future of the island they all hold dear."
– Foreword Clarion Reviews
"Epic of Helinthia by MJ Pankey will leave you aching for more from the world of Ancient Greece…"
– Anne Sengstock from Immersed in Books”
