Queen of Gods (House of Shadows 2)

the unmissable sequel to Daughter of Darkness

Katharine & Elizabeth Corr author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Hot Key Books

Published:20th Jul '23

Should be back in stock very soon

Queen of Gods (House of Shadows 2) cover

In this captivating sequel, Deina sacrifices everything to save her loved ones from the tyrant Aristaeus. As she battles gods and darkness, she must confront her deepest beliefs and desires.

In Queen of Gods, the captivating sequel to Daughter of Darkness, readers are drawn back into a richly woven fantasy world inspired by ancient Greek mythology. The story follows Deina, who has finally discovered what she cherishes most, only to have it snatched away. In a desperate bid to protect her loved ones, she binds herself to the Underworld, embarking on a perilous journey filled with darkness and sacrifice.

As Deina grapples with her new reality, the threat of Aristaeus looms large over Thebes, where his tyrannical rule endangers not only her life but also the lives of her friends. The stakes are raised when Deina is presented with an opportunity to confront Aristaeus and challenge the gods themselves. However, this quest demands that she abandon everything she holds dear, forcing her to navigate a treacherous path where the rewards are immense but the consequences could be dire.

Queen of Gods promises a thrilling adventure that intertwines themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for power. As Deina races against time in a game that could alter the fate of both the mortal and divine realms, readers will find themselves immersed in a tale of survival and resilience. This sequel not only expands on the intricate world established in the first book but also deepens the emotional stakes, making it a must-read for fans of fantasy literature.

A demigod comes to terms with her identity in this duology closer.
Harnessing Greek mythology, the authors build a world in which the Theodesmioi, or "god-marked servants," are enslaved in the Houses of Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, and Hephaestus. In the Underworld, Deina reckons with her half human-half god identity. She escapes with the help of gorgeous Thanatos, the god of death, and eventually gathers her Theodesmioi crew from the House of Hades: Theron, Dendris, and Aster. They seek the pieces of a special torc-a powerful neckpiece-that have been scattered and hidden by Tyche, the goddess of luck, and that could allow the Theodesmioi to break free. But Deina's dual heritage creates unforeseen dilemmas, adding nuance to her characterization. Her lust for power leads her friends to fear her shrinking compassion, a shift that may suit a god but not the mortal they know. Graphic violence lends the book an edginess that suits the gory inspiration of Greek mythology. Can Deina become a hero like the other demigods before her? The intricate plot creates a surprisingly plausible resolution to a seemingly impossible problem. The cast, which is diverse in appearance, includes gender-bending gods who add to the texture of this dark fantasy. Although a brief prologue recaps the events of Daughter of the Underworld(2025), readers will best appreciate this one if they first read the earlier volume.

* Kirkus starred-revi

ISBN: 9781471411281

Dimensions: 196mm x 130mm x 25mm

Weight: 318g

432 pages