Rachel Smythe is a master storyteller, filling each gorgeously illustrated page with equal parts humor, heart, and joy. This volume wasn't as painful as the first volume regarding Persephone's SA experience, but it did still reflect back on that in some ways, and my heart hurts for her every time it comes up. He had settled for this life as he does not believe anyone could love him given his trauma and his position. I think I’m into this modern twist on Hades and Persephone and all things Greek lore, because I could not stop reading it. This is an ongoing story and the future for their relationship is sure to be something you will be excited for as 2 very different people grow together.

Without spoilers, there are triggering incidents, however these are dealt with the greatest of respect. Lore Olympus is an amazing story it is a WEBTOON series that due to the love of so many has now been put into book form. 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.There are a minority of people who claim Rachel isn't putting much effort into her art, not to mention there are people out there taking her art and putting their twist and editing it, claiming to make it better.

Debuting on Webtoon Originals in 2018, Lore Olympus captured hearts and minds with its glamorous setting, razor-sharp comedic timing, complex characters in messy relationships, and above all else, its breathtakingly beautiful visuals. 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. but the adorable connection between Hades and Persephone (with Hades usually acting all hard on the outside but on the inside is a big softie with a complicated history) being the sweetness that makes the story really stick. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.Welcome back to Lore Olympus, the spicy modern retelling of Greek mythology that centers on an adorable Hades and Persephone romance. Rachel Smythe's artwork is vivid and enchanting, with deeply relatable characters and a deft handling of their dark pasts.

This dazzling interpretation of the classic Greek myths is as charming as it is provocative, and as witty as it is startlingly romantic. This is when her life changes and she is unprepared for all that lies ahead her naivety leads her to deal with life in a way she’s not ready for. 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. This full-color edition of Smythe's original Eisner-nominated webcomic Lore Olympus features a brand-new, exclusive short story, and brings Greek mythology into the modern age in a sharply perceptive and romantic graphic novel. Volume 2 introduces us to some new characters, such as Hecate finally making an appearance and Thetis showing up for a delightfully snarky encounter with Minthe, but continues the ever-entangling plotline of the Gods with their desires and bad behaviors propelling the plotline.So, taking that in mind: what on earth does Hades think he’s doing getting together with Minthe again?

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. 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 from creator Rachel Smythe.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! Hades and Persephone: This book doesn't venture into anyone else's background, it's mostly them disecretly mooning over each other and trying to reason with all the pros and cons. He refuses to use her or abuse his position to have her for himself and she refuses to believe he could ever see her as more then a friend. Persephone and Hades must contend with fresh challenges to their burgeoning love in the fresh and funny second volume of the WEBTOON sensation which reimagines one of the most popular Greek myths in a vibrant contemporary setting.