Mythology Novels

Clytemnestra is the 2023 debut Greek mythology novel by Costanza Casati. It’s a powerful retelling of the life of Clytemnestra, the fierce and often misunderstood queen of the ruthless King Agamemnon.

The Amber Fury by Natalie Haynes is a gripping psychological thriller that weaves together themes of grief, obsession, and the power of ancient myths in a modern setting.

The Amber Fury was also published under the title The Furies.

Medusa is a young adult novel by Jessie Burton, published in 2021. The novel is a reimagining of the Greek myth, focusing on the perspective of Medusa herself.

Atalanta by Jennifer Saint is a novel that reimagines the myth of Atalanta, a heroine from Greek mythology.

Known for her exceptional skills as a hunter and athlete, Atalanta was abandoned by her father and raised by a bear, later becoming a member of the Argonauts in their quest for the Golden Fleece.

Hera by Jennifer Saint is a reimagining of the story of Hera, the queen of the gods in Greek mythology.

Known as the goddess of marriage, women, childbirth, and family, Hera is often depicted in myths as a powerful yet often vengeful deity, particularly in her relationship with her husband, Zeus, and his many infidelities.

Jennifer Saint aims to provide a deeper and more nuanced portrayal of this complex goddess, exploring her motivations, struggles, and the challenges she faces.

Galatea by Madeline Miller is a short story that reimagines the myth of Pygmalion and Galatea, focusing on Galatea’s perspective as she seeks to break free from the control of her creator and reclaim her own identity.

If you’re a fan of Ancient Greece and enjoy reading feminist retelling of classic myths, you’re going to want to read bestselling author Natalie Haynes’ books in order.

Stone Blind is a novel by Natalie Haynes, published in 2022. Natalie Haynes is a British author and classicist known for her Greek mythology retellings.

Madeline Miller is an American author known for her Greek Mythology novels. In this post I’ll detail all the Madeline Miller books in order.

Heart of the Sun Warrior is a 2022 novel written by Sue Lynn Tan.

Daughter of the Moon Goddess was the first book I’ve read about Chinese mythology and I really enjoyed it. The series is inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess. The books tell the story of Xingyin, the daughter of the moon goddess and the mortal archer Houyi.