Fans of Greek mythology and Trojan War retellings will LOVE
Song of Sacrifice.
"Listen, my daughter. There are no princes or peasants in the gods' eyes, only mortals. And we are at their mercy."Embark on an unforgettable journey to a time of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, where Greek myths and the Trojan War converge in chronological order. Song of Sacrifice breathes new life into these ancient tales, conjuring a fantastical world that will captivate your heart.
Song of Sacrifice opens in the ancient city of Troy, the shining citadel in Anatolia where Queen Hecuba and King Priam rule. Their royal peace is shattered when a prophecy about their unborn son threatens everything they hold dear. Across the wine-dark sea in the west, the kingdoms of the Argives, Achaeans, and Danaans (the Greeks) transition power from old to new blood. By marrying the sisters Clytemnestra and Helen of Sparta, Agamemnon and Menelaus lay claim to Mycenae and Sparta. And Odysseus brings his new queen, Penelope, to Ithaca after his father, Laertes, cedes him the throne. All is well until the Trojan prophecy collides with the kidnapping of Helen of Sparta. The rest is "myth-story." Lose yourself in this sweeping saga of Greek myths that unravel the tragedies and celebrate the triumphs of the Trojan War era. |
*This series is intended for a mature audience due to war violence and sexual situations.
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REVIEWS for the HOMERIC CHRONICLES
Stacie, NetGalley Reviewer: “I greatly enjoyed this novel! Janell Rhiannon is a new-to-me author, so I wasn't entirely sure what to expect with Song of Sacrifice. But I am so, so glad that I took a chance on something new because I absolutely LOVED this novel! I literally devoured it. The writing was superb, the story was excellent. The characters were unique, perfectly flawed and grew with the plot. The story itself moved quickly, built upon itself and had me hooked from the very first page.”
Chantel, NetGalley and Goodreads Reviewer: “This book is the ultimate amalgamation of everything I love and want in a book. Forgive me readers, if I swoon and fangirl very hard as I write this review. I will try my best to keep it together and thoroughly edit, so I keep my love of this series succinct.”
Maria H, NetGalley Reviewer: “At first I thought the book was a little long, but when I got to the last page I was mad because I wasn’t ready to let it go, and I kept thinking about it for several days afterwards.”
Teodora C, NetGalley Reviewer: “A good book indeed, especially for the mythology lovers! It has a different perspective.”
Pratibha S, NetGalley Reviewer: “For a fan of Greek mythology, this is a wonderful story highlighting some of the characters and their personal motivations and struggles through life. This was a very engaging and beautifully written story. I will soon be checking the next part of the story.”
Zenobia K, NetGalley Reviewer: “A brilliant retelling of the Trojan War. Janell does a great job of bringing to life the characters that we know from the myths and legends surrounding this important event in history. I am a complete history buff and the minute I read the summary of this book I knew I was sold. I love how she brought the female aspect into the story...”
Kirsty B, NetGalley Reviewer: “I adore Greek mythology so I was really excited to read this. It was fantastic! I loved how the author told a well-known story but focused on the journeys of the women as well as the men. It was beautifully written and the details were so rich and vivid. The story is told from many different perspectives but it was never confusing. At times the story was brutal and I thought the author portrayed the Greek way of life brilliantly. Yes, I cried, oh my gosh that one scene (you'll know the scene when you read it) had me in bits!”
Simone, Goodreads Review: “This book made me cry, it made me angry, I felt the breath leave my body when the character’s did. It was compelling. Ms. Rhiannon has a wonderful ability to describe a scene and bring the reader into that place and make them feel, taste, smell, live, in that setting. That’s a rare ability. I’m anxiously awaiting the final novel.”
Jenny, Goodreads Review: “Reading this epic saga of a novel by Janell, I was totally immersed in a brutally tragic and romantic tale of love and war. This is Greek mythology for adults.”
"...if you love reading Greek myths, pick up this book." ―The Book Curmudgeon
"This author is a great storyteller and I immediately connected with the characters while immersing myself in the gorgeous world she has created rich with Greek folklore and mythology." ―Amazon Review
"A breathtaking story of courage love and sacrifice. I couldn't put it down." ―Amazon Review
"Holy sh#t, that was amazing." ―Goodreads Review
"Janell Rhiannon is a gifted storyteller." ―Goodreads Review
"Why have I not discovered these books before now? Janell Rhiannon has not only captured the true spirit of the Greeks but also has brilliantly recreated the flow and tempo of their words. Her obvious attention to detail makes for an exquisitely written retelling of the precursory events of the Trojan War." ―Goodreads Review (Song of Princes, former title of Song of Sacrifice)
Chantel, NetGalley and Goodreads Reviewer: “This book is the ultimate amalgamation of everything I love and want in a book. Forgive me readers, if I swoon and fangirl very hard as I write this review. I will try my best to keep it together and thoroughly edit, so I keep my love of this series succinct.”
Maria H, NetGalley Reviewer: “At first I thought the book was a little long, but when I got to the last page I was mad because I wasn’t ready to let it go, and I kept thinking about it for several days afterwards.”
Teodora C, NetGalley Reviewer: “A good book indeed, especially for the mythology lovers! It has a different perspective.”
Pratibha S, NetGalley Reviewer: “For a fan of Greek mythology, this is a wonderful story highlighting some of the characters and their personal motivations and struggles through life. This was a very engaging and beautifully written story. I will soon be checking the next part of the story.”
Zenobia K, NetGalley Reviewer: “A brilliant retelling of the Trojan War. Janell does a great job of bringing to life the characters that we know from the myths and legends surrounding this important event in history. I am a complete history buff and the minute I read the summary of this book I knew I was sold. I love how she brought the female aspect into the story...”
Kirsty B, NetGalley Reviewer: “I adore Greek mythology so I was really excited to read this. It was fantastic! I loved how the author told a well-known story but focused on the journeys of the women as well as the men. It was beautifully written and the details were so rich and vivid. The story is told from many different perspectives but it was never confusing. At times the story was brutal and I thought the author portrayed the Greek way of life brilliantly. Yes, I cried, oh my gosh that one scene (you'll know the scene when you read it) had me in bits!”
Simone, Goodreads Review: “This book made me cry, it made me angry, I felt the breath leave my body when the character’s did. It was compelling. Ms. Rhiannon has a wonderful ability to describe a scene and bring the reader into that place and make them feel, taste, smell, live, in that setting. That’s a rare ability. I’m anxiously awaiting the final novel.”
Jenny, Goodreads Review: “Reading this epic saga of a novel by Janell, I was totally immersed in a brutally tragic and romantic tale of love and war. This is Greek mythology for adults.”
"...if you love reading Greek myths, pick up this book." ―The Book Curmudgeon
"This author is a great storyteller and I immediately connected with the characters while immersing myself in the gorgeous world she has created rich with Greek folklore and mythology." ―Amazon Review
"A breathtaking story of courage love and sacrifice. I couldn't put it down." ―Amazon Review
"Holy sh#t, that was amazing." ―Goodreads Review
"Janell Rhiannon is a gifted storyteller." ―Goodreads Review
"Why have I not discovered these books before now? Janell Rhiannon has not only captured the true spirit of the Greeks but also has brilliantly recreated the flow and tempo of their words. Her obvious attention to detail makes for an exquisitely written retelling of the precursory events of the Trojan War." ―Goodreads Review (Song of Princes, former title of Song of Sacrifice)