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The Curse of Hera: Exploring the Wrath of the Olympian Queen
The name Hera evokes images of majestic power and unwavering loyalty, but also simmering jealousy and devastating revenge. This blog post delves into the multifaceted "curse of Hera," exploring its origins in Greek mythology, its various manifestations in literature and art, and its enduring impact on our cultural understanding of female power, betrayal, and the consequences of unchecked rage. We'll uncover the stories behind her infamous wrath, examining the mortals and immortals who fell victim to her vengeful fury, and exploring the symbolic meaning behind her actions. Prepare to unravel the complexities of this iconic Olympian queen and her enduring legacy.
Hera's Domain: Queen of Olympus and Protector of Marriage
Hera, the daughter of Cronus and Rhea, and sister-wife of Zeus, holds a powerful position as the Queen of the Olympian Gods. Her dominion extends over marriage, childbirth, women, and family. This seemingly benevolent role, however, masks a deeply possessive and vengeful nature. Her authority is absolute within her sphere, leading her to react fiercely to perceived transgressions against her sacred vows.
The Seeds of Jealousy: Zeus's Infidelities
The core of Hera's wrath stems from Zeus's countless infidelities. His philandering nature – a hallmark of his character – consistently provokes Hera's ire. Unlike other goddesses who might accept Zeus’s behavior as a given, Hera views it as a personal affront, a violation of her sacred role as his wife and a challenge to her power. This jealousy fuels her relentless pursuit of revenge against Zeus's lovers and their offspring.
Manifestations of Hera's Curse: From Mortal Suffering to Divine Retribution
Hera's "curse" isn't always a straightforward hex; it manifests in diverse ways, reflecting the complexity of her character and the nature of her perceived offenses.
Punishing the Mortal Lovers: Examples of Hera's Vengeance
Hera's anger often targets the mortal women who capture Zeus's affections. She skillfully employs a range of punishments, from driving women to madness, inflicting physical ailments, or orchestrating tragic fates for both the women themselves and their illegitimate children. The stories of Alcmene (Heracles' mother), Semele (Dionysus' mother), and Leda (Helen of Troy's mother) vividly illustrate the devastating consequences of incurring Hera's wrath.
#### The Case of Heracles: A Twisted Legacy of Revenge
Perhaps the most well-known example involves Heracles (Hercules in Roman mythology), the demigod son of Zeus and Alcmene. Hera relentlessly persecuted Heracles throughout his life, sending him on perilous labors and driving him to madness. This showcases not just Hera's cruelty but also the lasting impact of her vengeful acts across generations.
Targeting the Divine Offspring: The Demigod's Plight
Hera's anger doesn't stop at mortal lovers. She frequently targets the demigod offspring of Zeus's extramarital affairs. These demigods, often possessing exceptional abilities, are perceived by Hera as a constant reminder of her husband's infidelity and a threat to her authority. Her actions toward these demigods serve as a potent warning against defying the established order.
The Symbolic Interpretation of Hera's Curse
Hera's vengeful actions can be interpreted on multiple levels. Some scholars argue her rage reflects the anxieties surrounding female power in a patriarchal society. Her fury might be viewed as a reaction against the societal structures that undermine her position and legitimize Zeus’s infidelity. Others see it as a representation of the destructive potential of unchecked jealousy and the devastating consequences of prioritizing revenge over reason.
The Enduring Legacy of Hera's Wrath
The "curse of Hera" remains a potent symbol in our cultural consciousness. It speaks to the enduring power of jealousy, the complexities of female rage, and the lasting impact of betrayal. Her story serves as a cautionary tale, exploring the destructive nature of unchecked emotions and the potential consequences of challenging established power dynamics. The myths surrounding Hera continue to resonate because they grapple with timeless themes that remain relevant in modern society.
Conclusion
Hera's story is far more nuanced than simply a tale of a jealous wife. It's a powerful exploration of female power, betrayal, and the consequences of unchecked rage. Understanding Hera's actions requires acknowledging the societal context of ancient Greece and the complexities of her divine role. While her methods are often brutal, her story forces us to confront uncomfortable truths about power, infidelity, and the enduring struggle for justice.
FAQs
1. Was Hera always portrayed as vengeful? While Hera is often depicted as vengeful, earlier representations portray a more powerful and independent goddess. Her vengeful aspect became more prominent as her story evolved within various myths and interpretations.
2. How does Hera's story relate to modern feminist interpretations? Some feminist scholars see Hera as a symbol of the frustration and anger of women stifled by patriarchal structures. Her actions, while brutal, become a testament to the suppressed rage against societal injustices.
3. Did Hera ever show mercy or compassion? While her vengeful nature is prominent, some interpretations highlight moments where Hera shows mercy or compassion, mostly toward those who show her respect or earn her favor.
4. How is Hera's curse depicted in art and literature? Hera's wrath is frequently depicted in art and literature through scenes of her punishing mortal lovers or their children. Her visual representations often convey her power and anger through imposing physical features and symbolic objects.
5. What lessons can we learn from the "curse of Hera"? Hera's story serves as a cautionary tale against the destructive potential of unchecked jealousy, revenge, and the importance of finding healthier ways to cope with betrayal and anger. It also highlights the complexities of power and the lasting impact of societal injustices.
| the curse of hera: The Curse of Hera P. J. Hoover, 2018-10-09 The last thing Logan wants to do with his entire summer is go to some fake mythology-themed camp, but that's exactly what he's stuck doing. When he gets there, it's even worse than he imagined. Each bunk has to re-enact one of the twelve labors of Hercules, sword fighting and all. |
| the curse of hera: Hippolyta and the Curse of the Amazons Jane Yolen, Robert J. Harris, 2013-07-02 DIVDIVBefore she became Queen of the Amazons, young Hippolyta fought to break a goddess’s curse . . . /divDIV An ancient prophecy states that any Amazon who bears two sons must kill the second, lest he grow up to destroy all the Amazons. But Queen Otrere can’t bear to sacrifice her baby, so she gives him to her daughter, thirteen-year-old Hippolyta, begging her to take the child to his father, Laomedon, King of Troy. In order to save her baby brother’s life, Hippolyta must find a lost city and lift a goddess’s curse. Along the way, she will need help from an unexpected source: a newly discovered brother. But can Hippolyta bring herself to trust a boy in order to save the Amazons?/divDIV /divDIVThis ebook features personal histories by Jane Yolen and Robert J. Harris including rare images from the authors’ personal collections, as well as a timeline of the Heroic Age and a conversation between the two authors about the making of the series./div/div |
| the curse of hera: Heroes of Olympus: The Complete Series (Books 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) Rick Riordan, 2018-12-13 Now available for the first time: all five novels from the amazing Heroes of Olympus series, collected in one stunning digital edition. Join the Heroes of Olympus - Percy Jackson and friends - for an adventure like no other. When Jason, Piper and Leo crash-land at Camp Half-Blood, they have no idea what to expect. Apparently this is the only safe place for children of the Greek Gods . . . Despite the monsters roaming the woods and demigods practising archery with flaming arrows and explosives - some things just have to be taken on trust. But now rumours of a terrible curse - and a missing hero - are flying around camp. And it seems Jason, Piper and Leo are the chosen ones to embark on a terrifying new quest And when Percy Jackson wakes up with no memory of his past, it's clear things are only just beginning . . . Heroes of Olympus: The Complete Series includes all three novels in the incredible series from Rick Riordan: The Lost Hero, The Son of Neptune, The Mark of Athena, The House of Hades and The Blood of Olympus |
| the curse of hera: The Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book Three: Titan's Curse Rick Riordan, 2007-05 In this third book of the acclaimed series, Percy and his friends are escorting two new half-bloods safely to camp when they are intercepted by a manticore and learn that the goddess Artemis has been kidnapped. |
| the curse of hera: Gods Behaving Badly Marie Phillips, 2010-05-05 Being immortal isn't all it's cracked up to be. Life's hard for a Greek god in the 21st century: nobody believes in you any more, even your own family doesn't respect you, and you're stuck in a delapidated hovel in north London with too many siblings and not enough hot water. But for Artemis (goddess of hunting, professional dog walker), Aphrodite (goddess of beauty, telephone sex operator) and Apollo (god of the sun, TV psychic) there's no way out... Until a meek cleaner and her would-be boyfriend come into their lives, and turn the world literally upside down. Gods Behaving Badly is that rare thing, a charming, funny, utterly original first novel that satisfies the head and the heart. |
| the curse of hera: The Hidden Code P. J. Hoover, 2021-05-25 By piecing together cryptic hints from the note and other clues left behind, Hannah Hawkins realizes her parents disappeared while trying to find the mysterious Code of Enoch. |
| the curse of hera: Tut: The Story of My Immortal Life P. J. Hoover, 2014-09-16 Tut: The Story of My Immortal Life is a funny, fast-paced novel for young readers by P.J. Hoover which chronicles the mischievous adventures of King Tut, now an immortal eighth-grader living in Washington, D.C.. You'd think it would be great being an Egyptian demigod, but if King Tut has to sit through eighth grade one more time, he'll mummify himself. Granted the gift of immortality by the gods—or is it a curse?—Tut has been stuck in middle school for ages. Even worse, evil General Horemheb, the man who killed Tut's father and whom Tut imprisoned in a tomb for three thousand years, is out and after him. The general is in league with the Cult of Set, a bunch of guys who worship one of the scariest gods of the Egyptian pantheon—Set, the god of Chaos. The General and the Cult of Set have plans for Tut... and if Tut doesn't find a way to keep out of their clutches, he'll never make it to the afterworld alive. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. |
| the curse of hera: Hera's Terrible Trap! Stella Tarakson, 2020-03 Tim Baker thinks his adventures are over until he hitches a ride to Ancient Greece on a stolen vase. Soon Tim finds himself trapped with an army of peacocks and a hero who can't stop admiring himself. |
| the curse of hera: The Battle of the Labyrinth Rick Riordan, 2008 When demonic cheerleaders invade his high school, Percy Jackson hurries to Camp Half Blood, from whence he and his demigod friends set out on a quest through the Labyrinth, while the war between the Olympians and the evil Titan lord Kronos draws near |
| the curse of hera: Here Comes Hercules! Stella Tarakson, 2020-03 When Tim Baker breaks his mum's favorite vase, it's the least of his problems. The Greek hero he's released is in danger of doing far worse. |
| the curse of hera: The Titan's Curse Rick Riordan, 2022-05-03 When the goddess Artemis disappears, a group of her followers joins Percy and his friends in an attempt to rescue her before the winter solstice, when her influence is needed to sway the Olympian Council regarding the war with the Titans. |
| the curse of hera: The Knife of Osiris P. J. Hoover, 2020-07-22 You'd think it would be great being an Egyptian demigod, but if King Tut has to sit through eighth grade one more time, he'll mummify himself. |
| the curse of hera: ARIADNE Jennifer Saint, 2023-10-02 Ariadne tumbuh besar dalam istana megah dan buaian kisah Dewa Dewi nan agung rupawan. Sementara itu, jauh di bawah lantai yang dipijaknya, bergema derap kaki Minotauros, adiknya yang bertubuh separuh banteng dan terus menuntut persembahan darah. Ketika Theseus datang untuk memusnahkan Minotauros, Ariadne tidak menganggapnya sebagai ancaman. Bagi Ariadne, pria tampan itu justru membawa cinta dan kebebasan. Ariadne dibutakan oleh cinta hingga rela mempertaruhkan segalanya. Dia menentang para dewa, mengkhianati keluarga dan negaranya. Namun, akankah keputusan Ariadne berakhir bahagia? Novel ini menyorot para wanita yang terlupakan dari mitologi Yunani, padahal mereka berjuang untuk dunia yang lebih baik. Menghipnotis dan menggugah, Ariadne layak dinobatkan sebagai epik gaya baru. |
| the curse of hera: The Navel of the World P. J. Hoover, 2021-10-07 More gods, more time travel, and more adventure await in the second book of the fantasy series perfect for fans of Rick Riordan's books!At the end of summer school, Benjamin was given one task-find his missing brothers. Should be easy right? But Benjamin can't locate a trace of them anywhere. Then he finds a mysterious file written in ancient Lemurian with his name on it, which wouldn't be so weird except the file happens to be several thousand years old. Who would have known about Benjamin that long ago? And then Benjamin and his friends begin to wonder, have they been looking not in the wrong place, but in the wrong time?Don't miss the second book in The Forgotten Worlds Trilogy! |
| the curse of hera: Hercules Bernard Evslin, 2023-04-13 Greek mythology’s mightiest hero faces the world’s most fearsome beasts, monsters, and demons Hercules, the son of Zeus and a mortal woman, was the greatest of the Greek heroes and the strongest man on earth. Three times as big as his fully mortal twin, and imbued with extraordinary courage and ingenuity, Hercules began his remarkable feats while still in the cradle. Zeus’s wife, the goddess Hera, jealously schemed to kill Hercules, but the resourceful half-man, half-god escaped her traps and accomplished seemingly impossible tasks. Renowned mythologist Bernard Evslin recounts the famous twelve labors of Hercules, as the warrior tries to break Hera’s curse by facing down the Nemean Lion, killing the many-headed Hydra, outwitting the giant Anteus, and more. |
| the curse of hera: Head Girl Freya Daly Sadgrove, 2021-02-16 'The first time I read Freya’s work I thought . . . uh oh. And then I thought, you have got to be kidding me. And then I thought, God fucking dammit. And then I walked around the house shaking my head thinking . . . OK – alright. And then – finally – I thought, well well well – like a smug policeman. Listen – she’s just the best. I’m going to say this so seriously. She is, unfortunately, the absolute best. Trying to write a clever blurb for her feels like an insult to how right and true and deadly this collection is. God, she’s just so good. She’s the best. She kills me always, every time, and forever.’ —Hera Lindsay Bird |
| the curse of hera: The Lost Hero: The Graphic Novel (Heroes of Olympus Book 1) Rick Riordan, 2014-10-09 The number one, bestselling title in the spin-off series from Percy Jackson creator, Rick Riordan - now in a stunning graphic novel form! OLD ENEMIES AWAKEN AS CAMP HALF-BLOOD'S NEW ARRIVALS PREPARE FOR WAR When Jason, Piper and Leo crash land at Camp Half-Blood, they have no idea what to expect. Apparently this is the only safe place for children of the Greek Gods - despite the monsters roaming the woods and demigods practising archery with flaming arrows and explosives. But rumours of a terrible curse - and a missing hero - are flying around camp. It seems Jason, Piper and Leo are the chosen ones to embark on a terrifying new quest, which they must complete by the winter solstice. In just four days time. Can the trio succeed on this deadly mission - and what must they sacrifice in order to survive? |
| the curse of hera: The Pandora Curse Elizabeth Rose, 2003 From the author of Kyros' Secret, The Oracle of Delphi and Thief of Olympus comes a tale of Vara the Conqueror. Ruled by the evil vices her great-grandmother Pandora unleased upon mankind, Vara struggles between the haunting voices offering her ultimate power and the one man who can set her free. Will lust, greed, gluttony, anger, and jealousy take over her very soul, or will love turn all her vices into virtues? |
| the curse of hera: Percy Jackson's Greek Heroes Rick Riordan, 2015-08-18 Who cut off Medusa's head? Who was raised by a she-bear? Who tamed Pegasus? It takes a demigod to know, and Percy Jackson can fill you in on the all the daring deeds of Perseus, Atalanta, Bellerophon, and the rest of the major Greek heroes. Told in the funny, irreverent style readers have come to expect from Percy, ( I've had some bad experiences in my time, but the heroes I'm going to tell you about were the original old school hard luck cases. They boldly screwed up where no one had screwed up before. . .) and enhanced with vibrant artwork by Caldecott Honoree John Rocco, this story collection will become the new must-have classic for Rick Riordan's legions of devoted fans--and for anyone who needs a hero. So get your flaming spear. Put on your lion skin cape. Polish your shield and make sure you've got arrows in your quiver. We're going back about four thousand years to decapitate monsters, save some kingdoms, shoot a few gods in the butt, raid the Underworld, and steal loot from evil people. Then, for dessert, we'll die painful tragic deaths. Ready? Sweet. Let's do this. |
| the curse of hera: The Serpent of Chaos P. J. Hoover, 2020-08-22 Having defeated his evil uncle and the Cult of Set, the perpetually fourteen-year-old King Tut is looking forward to a relaxing summer vacation. But then Tut discovers that his brother Gilgamesh has been captured by the Egyptian god Apep. |
| the curse of hera: The Mark of Athena (Heroes of Olympus Book 3) Rick Riordan, 2012-10-02 The third book in the bestselling spin off series from Percy Jackson and the Olympians - now a major Disney+ series! ONE FATAL PROPHECY. SEVEN BRAVE DEMIGODS. A QUEST TO FIND - AND CLOSE - THE DOORS OF DEATH. Annabeth felt as if someone had draped a cold washcloth across her neck. She heard that whispering laughter again, as if the presence had followed her from the ship. She looked up at the Argo II. Its massive bronze hull glittered in the sunlight. Part of her wanted to kidnap Percy right now, get on board and get out of here while they still could. She couldn't shake the feeling that something was about to go terribly wrong. She couldn't risk losing Percy again. Return to the World of Percy Jackson in the best-selling, brand-new adventure featuring the original hero in Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Chalice of the Gods – out now! And don't miss the trio's next adventure in Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Wrath of the Triple Goddess, coming soon! |
| the curse of hera: Tut: My Epic Battle to Save the World P. J. Hoover, 2017-02-28 Pleasantly reminiscent of Rick Riordan’s work.”--Publishers Weekly Meet Tut! He used to rule Egypt. Now he's stuck in middle school. Having defeated his evil uncle and the Cult of Set, who tried to send him to the afterlife, the perpetually fourteen-year-old King Tut is looking forward to a relaxing summer vacation. But then Tut discovers that his brother Gilgamesh has been captured by the Egyptian god Apep, Lord of Chaos. Gil helped to vanquish Apep thousands of years ago, and now Apep is back for vengeance. It’s up to Tut and his friends, Tia and Henry, to find Gil and stop Apep before he succeeds in his scheme to swallow the sun and plunge the world into darkness forever.... Tut: My Epic Battle to Save the World will appeal to fans of fast and funny mythological fantasy. Don’t miss Tut’s first epic adventure, Tut: The Story of My Immortal Life. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. |
| the curse of hera: Dragons Don't Cry D'Elen McClain, 2017-10-09 One pint sized human female who’s had too much to drink, not enough sleep, and absolutely no patience meets one stubborn dragon shifter with an attitude. Bastian claims Acasia, his unwilling bride, after she spends the night carousing with friends. She’s not happy, he’s pissed off, and with a curse from a goddess thrown in, you’ll see Bastian breathe fire. Add secrets, treasure, and unimaginable heartbreak for an emotionally humorous read and discover why Dragons Don’t Cry. A fairy tale for adults - 17+readers |
| the curse of hera: Aphrodite's Tears Hannah Fielding, 2018-01-25 In ancient Greece, one of the twelve labours of Heracles was to bring back a golden apple from the Garden of Hesperides. To archaeologist Oriel Anderson, joining a team of Greek divers on the island of Helios seems like the golden apple of her dreams. Yet the dream becomes a nightmare when she meets the devilish owner of the island, Damian Lekkas. In shocked recognition, she is flooded with the memory of a romantic night in a stranger's arms, six summers ago. A very different man stands before her now, and Oriel senses that the sardonic Greek autocrat is hell-bent on playing a cat and mouse game with her. As they cross swords and passions mount, Oriel is aware that malevolent eyes watch her from the shadows. Dark rumours are whispered about the Lekkas family. What dangers lie in Helios, a bewitching land where ancient rituals are still enacted to appease the gods, young men risk their lives in the treacherous depths of the Ionian Sea, and the volatile earth can erupt at any moment? Will Oriel find the hidden treasures she seeks? Or will Damian's tragic past catch up with them, threatening to engulf them both? |
| the curse of hera: My Hero Hercules Priscilla Galloway, 1999 Ten-year-old Jason ventures into the dramatic story of Hercules where he grows in bravery and compassion. A tight, character-driven narrative of friendship, loyalty and self-discovery Cf. Our choice, 2000. |
| the curse of hera: Diodorus of Sicily Diodorus (Siculus), 1933 |
| the curse of hera: Olympus Academy Eliza Raine, 2019-08-31 So, it turns out Titan power is pretty awesome. Only I can't control my new gift and that's not only embarrassing but also dangerous. And I'm sure our new professor is one of the two demons I accidentally let loose in Olympus. Icarus says we should lay low for a while but every time Professor Neos flashes me those red eyes I want to challenge him. And when students start collapsing to the ground with their souls stolen, I have no choice but to act. Olympus Academy: The Demon Demigod is the second book in the Olympus Academy series. Expect epic magic, lethal demons, fierce friendships, budding romance, a few twists and turns and even flying ships! |
| the curse of hera: The Amazing Adventures of Hercules Claudia Zeff, 2007 Synopsis coming soon....... |
| the curse of hera: The Emerald Tablet P. J. Hoover, 2021-10-07 Benjamin's looking at eight weeks of summer school someplace which can only be reached by a teleporter inside the ugly picture in his hallway. And that's the most normal thing he does all summer. |
| the curse of hera: Olympus Academy: The Titan's Treasure Eliza Raine, 2019-08-31 Titans have powers that even Zeus, Lord of the Olympians, is scared of. And apparently, I'm a Titan. When I finally meet my mom for the first time ever, she tells me that I'm descended from the almighty Oceanus, drags me under the sea and dumps me at Olympus Academy to learn to use my powers. And boy did she forget to tell me a few things. It turns out that other than the gorgeous and mysterious Icarus, I'm the only Titan at the academy. Everyone else is an Olympian. And unless we can convince Zeus we're not dangerous he'll throw us out. And the one thing mom did tell me was that if I ever go home to the mortal world, demons will seek out me and my family and kill us. So getting kicked out of school is not an option. Even though I seem to have barely any power at all, my professor believes I can find a legendary box hidden somewhere in the academy that holds the key to finding my lost ancestor. Only a Titan can find the box, and if I give it to Zeus we'll be allowed to stay. The trouble is, I'll have to work with Icarus to find it, and he is impossibly moody and unhelpful. Plus I can't think straight every time I get a glimpse of those piercing green eyes... Added to that, the other students are doing their best to make my life hell because I'm a Titan. It's not going to be easy to find that box. Then there's the fact that even if I do find it, I'm not allowed to open it... This Pandora's Box retelling is an adventure romance suitable for all ages, perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Harry Potter. Expect action, mythology, magic, gorgeous guys with wings, mermaid shifters, sunken treasure and a heroine who doesn't take no for an answer! |
| the curse of hera: The Key of Apollo Riley D. Brady, 2018-12-04 Mythological Creatures Are Real.They Live In The World Of Iphigenesis.A World Lucy Cole Just Discovered She's Destined To Protect.Before fourteen-year old Lucy Cole can process that insanity, her soon-to-be adopted mother Elodie is kidnapped. The only way to save her is to track down the Key of Apollo, a key that hasn't been seen in thousands of years. To succeed, Lucy must embrace her destiny and overcome the Primordial Trials, tests set up by the gods themselves.So armed with little to no knowledge of the world of Iphigenesis, one best friend who trips over his own feet, and another who could get blown over by a strong breeze, Lucy is about to take on the challenges of the gods.What could possibly go wrong? |
| the curse of hera: Hades' Daughter Sara Douglass, 2003-09-15 Ancient Greece: A place where the gods hold mortal life cheap, mere playthings to amuse, delight, and abuse at their will. But those puny mortals are not wholly devoid of power and at the core of their fabulous city-states lies the Labyrinth, where they can shape the powers of the heavens to their own design. When Theseus entered the Labyrinth and came away with the prize of freedom and his beloved Adrianne, Mistress of the Labyrinth, his future seemed assured... Until he abandoned her for the unforgivable sin of bearing him only a daughter, and the world seemed to change. From that day forward, all the Labyrinths in the ancient world started to decay. It slowly became clear that power was fading from the city-states. Was it the natural decline that comes to all cultures or was it because the power of the Labyrinth had been corrupted by a woman spurned? A hundred years pass--Troy has fallen and the Trojans are a scattered and humbled people. The warrior Brutus is of the line of kings and gods. He wears the golden kingship bands of Troy proudly--but they are his only mementos of a former glory, for he is a man without a country and is left little else but pride and a memory of the latent power that he could wield if but given a chance. When he receives a god-sent vision of a distant shore where he can rebuild the ancient kingdom, he will move heaven and earth to reach his destiny. Ever eastward he is drawn, to a lovely and mystical green land that offers him a haven--and a dream of power and conquest. Nothing will deter him... not even the entreaties of the young princess whom he took as his wife and bedded against her will. First her hatred--and now her love--torment and bind him. She is the only one who realizes the danger he is stepping into, and she will do anything to save him... and his son, whom she carries in her womb. For in the mists of Albion there lies a woman of power--a woman who has used her siren call to cloud Brutus's mind and has her own reasons for luring the warrior to these lush shores.... She is the long-descended granddaughter of Adrianne, and she has in her heart a hatred that has been passed down for generations. Her plans for Brutus will enact a revenge that could destroy the gods themselves. s20If Brutus makes the journey successfully, it will be the next step in the Game of the Labyrinth and might start a complicated contest of wills that could span centuries.... At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. |
| the curse of hera: Lightning Strikes C J Vincent, 2019-08-14 It's lonely at the top of OlympusHot-headed Zeus used to be King of the Gods. He did what he wanted, when he wanted, and no one, not even his wife, Hera, could keep him under control. His passions were legendary, and no mortal could resist his advances. He and his brothers ran wild on Earth. Bedding and breeding countless mortals until the jealous goddess' rebelled and cursed their wayward husbands. After centuries of anger, the brothers have finally deciphered the promise of an ancient oracle that will change their lonely existence forever, and usher in an age of New Olympians. Cameron was a theatre student, sure, he's been around the block before, but no one had ever caught his eye like Zachary. The muscles, the beard, the tattoos... he was everything that Cameron should have known to run far away from, but there was an electricity between them, something he couldn't explain... what he doesn't know is that Zachary isn't everything he says he is, and there's more at stake than just some Friday night hookup. Cameron's demand for truth and honesty in a relationship could spell the end of his dreams, or carry the promise of something beyond anything he could ever have imagined. Lightning Strikes is book 1 in the New Olympians series. This novella is 32,000 words, with an HEA featuring an independent omega with big dreams and an alpha-god to claim him. This book features themes of male pregnancy/MPREG and is suitable for readers over the age of 18 only. Meet the New Olympians Book 1 Lightning Strikes (Zeus)Book 2 Rip Tide (Poseidon)Book 3 By the Book (Hades)Book 4 Swift Wings (Hermes)Book 5 Marble Heart (Ares)Book 6 Eternal Fire (Hephaestus) |
| the curse of hera: Solstice P. J. Hoover, 2013-06-18 Eighteen-year-old Piper lives with her controlling mother amid a Global Heating Crisis, but when she gets her first taste of freedom she discovers a universe of gods and monsters where her true identity, kept secret from her birth, could make all the difference in the world. |
| the curse of hera: The Lost Hero Rick Riordan, 2012-01-25 When Jason, Piper and Leo crash land at Camp Half-Blood, they have no idea what to expect. Apparently this is the only safe place for children of the Greek Gods - despite the monsters roaming the woods and demigods practising archery with flaming arrows and explosives. |
| the curse of hera: Mythos Stephen Fry, 2018 The Greek myths are amongst the best stories ever told, passed down through millennia and inspiring writers and artists as varied as Shakespeare, Michelangelo, James Joyce and Walt Disney. They are embedded deeply in the traditions, tales and cultural DNA of the West. You'll fall in love with Zeus, marvel at the birth of Athena, wince at Cronus and Gaia's revenge on Ouranos, weep with King Midas and hunt with the beautiful and ferocious Artemis. Spellbinding, informative and moving, Stephen Fry's Mythos perfectly captures these stories for the modern age - in all their rich and deeply human relevance. |
| the curse of hera: The Necropolis P. J. Hoover, 2021-10-07 Although Benjamin is psyched to be living in Lemuria full time, he knows he needs to find his last brother soon. |
| the curse of hera: The Lightning Fart: a Parody of the Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book 1) Steve Lookner, 2015-03-21 Meet Percy Stinkson. He's just a normal kid, trying to have fun and make it through school doing as little homework as possible....until he finds out he's the son of a Greek god! And Percy's father isn't just any Greek god. He's Pooseidon, God of Farts!Percy's life is totally transformed as he travels to Camp Half-Wit, where he's trained to use his special farting powers. He's going to need these powers, because he soon learns it's up to him to save the universe by going on a quest to find Zeus's stolen iPhone!It'll be a dangerous quest, but Percy will have company: Grover, a weird kid who thinks he's a half-goat, and Annabeth, a super-hot girl who unfortunately doesn't want to date Percy. Yet.There'll be loads of action and and tons of smelly farts as Percy's quest proceeds to its exciting conclusion: a showdown in the Underworld with Hades himself!The odds might be against Percy, but don't give up hope, because he'll have the ultimate weapon at his disposal: The Lightning Fart!Can a fart really save the universe?Find out...in this hilarious parody of the Percy Jackson books, THE LIGHTNING FART! |
| the curse of hera: Olympus Academy Eliza Raine, 2020-03-05 It's starting to look like Olympus is a lot more dangerous than I thought it was. After dredging up a flying pirate ship belonging to the long lost Oceanus, I'm leaving the academy on a quest. And it's not just me going. My friends, Icarus, Zali and Thom are coming too, but in a strange turn of events, two of the people who hate me most in the academy are also tagging along for the ride. And what a ride it's going to be. We have to follow a series of clues across some of the most dangerous parts of Olympus, to try and free a Titan trapped by the Lord of the Olympians himself. And even more confusing, my absent mom has finally decided to show up. It's not going to be easy, but it's the only way we can save the souls that were stolen by the demon that I let loose. My mistake cost innocent people their souls. And now I'm the only one who can fix it. Olympus Academy: The Jinxed Journey is the third and final book in the Olympus Academy series. Expect angry gods, elemental battles, mythological monsters, betrayals, revelations and even a flying chariot race! |
| the curse of hera: The Curse of Hecate R D Brady, 2020-01-03 Lucy Cole is a Daughter of Artemis, a guardian of all animals and the world of Iphigenesis. With the help of the legendary Titans, she's trained for the last few months now that she has come into her powers. She's stronger than she's ever been. She's about to be adopted by Elodie. Everything's perfect.Almost. In sleep, Lucy finds herself falling into a different world, without using a gate. The world is full of ruins and creatures she's never seen or heard of before. She doesn't understand what's happening or how. But she knows she needs to figure out why she keeps slipping into this ancient world before she can no longer slip back out.The second book of the Gates of Artemis Series takes up where the first left off. And plunges Lucy, Gideon and Riya into a whole new world of adventure. Pick up your copy today! |
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