The Myths of Ophelia

The Curse of Ophelia #4

by Nicole Platania

Book 4 in the Epic Romantic Fantasy series, The Curse of Ophelia.

Genres: Fantasy, Romantasy, Fantasy Romance, Mythology, Romance, Ebooks, New Adult

620 pages, Paperback

First published November 20, 2024

About the author

Nicole Platania was born and raised in Los Angeles and completed her B.A. in Communications at the University of California, Santa Barbara. After two years of working in social media marketing, she traded Santa Barbara beaches for the rainy magic of London, where she completed her Masters in Creative Writing at Birkbeck, University of London. Nicole harbors a love for broken and twisty characters, stories that feel like puzzles, and all things romance. She can always be found with a cup of coffee or glass of wine in hand, ready to discuss everything from celebrity gossip to your latest book theories.

Connect with her on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter as @bynicoleplatania or at www.nicoleplatania.com.

Reviews

[Dayna | daynas.bookshelf · Rating 5 out of 5]

floored, flabbergasted, absolutely freaking WRECKED by this book. this is THE book in the curse of ophelia series. i’m on the floor. i’m sobbing rocking back and forth holding my knees to my chest. nicole DID THAT.

ARC review below! 💫

Myths is THE book in the curse of ophelia series. it feels like all the turmoil, all the lore, all the lead up has been to this moment where the pieces are coming together. I had so many “oh sh*t moments” while reading this book because literally HOW did Nicole plant the seeds so masterfully for them to come to fruition here???

Our found family is in full swing here, and I LOVED having various pov’s from all my favs 😭 these characters are so whole & authentic, they literally feel like real friends to me.

The romance amongst our various couples was so heart wrenching and beautiful 😭 each relationship develops in its own way, and in Myths it’s really a way for us to get to know the characters on a deeper level. a theme throughout this entire series is how trauma affects one’s approach to love and being loved, and this book was really something special 🥺

Let’s talk LORE!! if you love angels / nephilim / greek mythology influences, the lore will whisk you away to a beautiful mind palace full of all that. Meddling angels are afoot and that’s all i’ll say on that.

Besties, this book is the Queen of Shadows of this series. It’s all coming together (for better or worse for the characters) and oh my GOD i cannot wait for the final installment. I can’t believe we’re almost at the end. 🥺 It’s so bittersweet but I’m so thankful to be along the journey. 💘

[Maggie · Rating 5 out of 5]

ohhhhh boy let’s go it’s arc review time! If you haven’t yet heard of the curse of ophelia series… by the angels, where have you been?!

Myths is the fourth book in this series and with it, Nicole has effectively upped the stakes in every possible way. The lore is unraveling, the characters are becoming larger than life, and there is no way off the emotional rollercoaster at this point. This book is a testament of what makes reading a romantic fantasy series so special.

I have always applauded the worldbuilding in the series with its uniqueness and mythology, BUT THIS BOOK?!?!?!! To see the genius that Nicole has been planting and leaving crumbs of SINCE THE BEGINNING, I was jaw dropped. The intricacies present within the ongoing plot are a work of art. Angels and meddling gods, warrior clans, prophecies and fate, fae, celestial visions, and mythology that is a part of it all. Just when you think you have the full picture, you’re reminded that this is sooooo much bigger than you ever imagined.

don’t even get me started on THE RELATIONSHIPS!!! This found family has always been one of my favorites but this book solidified that. The amount of love stories happening within this series will keep you FED I promise. With professions of love you’ll want to tattoo on the inside of your eyelids and enough emotional intelligence and support to make you swoon! These characters are a fantastic representation of healthy relationships. And the friendships… UGH I promise you this group will pull on your heartstrings in more ways than one and have you laughing and crying along with them!

combine all of these things with the unquestionable quality of Nicole Platania’s writing and you have yourself an utter masterpiece. Myths has an ending that left me feeling numb with shock, I actually have no clue how I am supposed to wait for the next book (the last book😭)

book tropes:
🏛️ found family
🏛️ Greek myth inspo
🏛️ magic, lore, creatures, warriors
🏛️ mental health rep
🏛️ “dress” and “the prophecy” by tswift
🏛️ multi POVs
🏛️ women as leaders

thank you to Nicole Platania and legendsliterarymanagement for the arc! 🪽🏛️💫⚔️✨

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I AM NOT OKAY… this book is a testament of everything I love about reading a romantasy series. I don’t think I will get over this one anytime soon… I just simply want to scream into a void for at least 24 hours

full ARC review to come soon!!!

[Terese · Rating 5 out of 5]

THIS WAS EVERYTHING TO ME. I AM ON THE FLOOR IN A PUDDLE

[Gabi Koz · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW WOW WOW !!!!! 6⭐️ !!!!!!

This was simultaneously EXTREMELY high stakes, fast paced, FULLLLL of incredible lore & mythology inspiration, & AMAZING ROMANCE ‼️ The found family in this series is perfection - I’m obsessed with all of them & every person plays a CRUCIAL role.

I missed Ophelia & Tolek so much and seeing them again was everything I wanted & more 😭 there was more spice than in any of the others books & it was so intentional and well done!Tolek is the most emotionally intelligent book boyfriend & MATURE (& hot)🌶️🌶️.5 😍

Cypherion & Vale! Malakai & Mila! Jezzie & Erista! 😭 I’m just obsessed with all of them. I need this series to continue FOREVER

THE ENDING????!!!! SOMEONE HELP ME I NEED THE NEXT BOOK RIGHT THIS SECOND

Thank you so so so much to Nicole for the ARC of Myths and for creating this incredible world 🥹 ILYSM!!

[Taylor Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

E-Arc Review Spoiler Free

This is part of a series and would highly suggest reading the others before this one.

It's was a slow start but once the story takes off, it just doesn't stop. The multiple POV's was done nicely, they weren't awkward nor did they loose the storyline. It has truthfully been a long time since I have read a book where I'm interested in everyone's pov and can follow the information without getting confused. The secrets that keeping getting revealed get better and better. It's all coming together for the last book and I'm here for it. Love all the couples! Is it just me or is something going on between Lancaster and Rina? (Could totally be platonic but it feels like something more will come from it). I should have seen the ending to this one coming 🥲. I saw the foreshadowing and didn't want to believe it.

Love pronunciation guides! Makes it so much easier!

I think one thing that could be added either in the beginning or the end or even both, is a chart of the magic system when the story starts and then a chart of added information to the magic at the end.

Favorite Line: "Holy God's", Rina swore. "Nope", I panted, "Just me."

🦄Romances
🦄Mutiple POV's
🦄Mythical Creatures
🦄Big Reveals

Thank you to the Author for the early read. 💜

[Pia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rating: 5✨
Spice: 3🌶

Thank you to the author & Legends Literary Management for the eARC opportunity. This review is voluntary & honest.

Holy WOW. This book was a whole journey in the best of ways. The reading experience was a rollercoaster of emotions, from anger & frustration alongside Ophelia for the constant secrets & riddles when it comes to her fate. Happiness & the deepest types of love at seeing the different relationships, romantic & platonic, within this book & the sense of warmth & belonging within their found family. Sadness & utter heartbreak at fates previously determined that are unfair & cannot be changed. So. Many. FEELINGS. But Nicole masterfully depicted all of these emotions her characters were feeling & brought you into the story to experience alongside those characters as well. This book was 100% an incredible read. And the ending? My heart is still holding a grudge against Nicole for how things unfolded.

Ophelia remains one of my favorite heroines of all time. Her tenacity in seeing this cursed prophecy through & her unyielding loyalty & love for those she cares for & leads shows now more than ever before in previous books. The building resentment over her situation & the never-ending secrets push Ophelia to the very edge, leading her to discover hidden parts of herself, strengths never seen before. Her journey remains as one of my favorites, heartbreak & anger aside, & I am excited to see where her journey takes her in the final book of the series.

Tolek Vincenzo continues to be the love of my life. The way he continues to show his undying love for Ophelia through being her unwavering shield when she needs protection, her unyielding rock when she falters & his long-lasting support through every trial & battle. But the rising stakes & the reality of the situation are fueling his determination to defy the fates & the angels. And this side of Tolek is definitely one of my favorites.

Malakai & Mila’s developing stories, romantically & individually, continue to steal my heart & makes me love them even more. Cypherion & Vale are also two incredible characters whose stories fully enrapture you & have you feeling it all. Jezebel & Erista, Dax & Barrett and so many others as well. If there’s something Nicole does incredibly well, it is creating & writing amazing characters you’re fully enthralled by.

The Myths of Ophelia is out now & when I tell you this book & this series overall are a must read, I MEAN IT. The world within this book/series is calling your name & the characters are waiting for you to experience their story alongside them. I truly think this will be one you will fall in love with. So if you haven’t already, go & read The Myths of Ophelia. And in case you haven’t started The Curse of Ophelia series, GO & DO IT IMMEDIATELY!

[Kassi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just when I thought The Curse of Ophelia series couldn’t destroy me anymore than it already did … it did.

The Myths of Ophelia is the penultimate book in the series and it’s full of adventure, fun, emotion, tragedy, and heart. I’m continuously amazed at how much care and detail and depth Nicole puts into her books. There are so many intricate puzzle pieces and details woven throughout the series and seeing how everything connects this many books later is truly special. There’s one scene in Myths where we find out how one character’s actions impacted another character before they even met and it literally took my breath away 🤍

We also get a new POV that I’m so excited about! Nicole expertly introduces us to multiple POVs as the series progresses without it ever feeling overwhelming. Getting to see where each of these character’s heads are at is SO fun. Especially when there are a few couples at different stages in their romantic relationships.

“𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙖 𝙗𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙠, 𝙄’𝙡𝙡 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙮 𝙮𝙤𝙪”

Speaking of romance, I am absolutely feral for EVERY man in this series 🙂‍↕️ The way they worship the ground their women walk on?? The healthy communication and emotional intelligence?? The way they’d burn the world for them but also know that their women can handle challenges on their own?? 🤌🏼 Also I am VERY excited about a new potential romance (???) that I absolutely NEED to happen.

I can’t wait for the final book in this series because the cliffhanger at the end of Myths absolutely shattered me. Nothing could prepare me for the utter devastation that was that ending. If you need me, I’ll be counting down the days until I’m back in Gallantia.

“𝙄𝙩 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙗𝙚 𝙢𝙮 𝙝𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙮𝙤𝙪.”

If you’re looking for a series with incredible character development, lore, emotional maturity, and bada$$ warriors, pick up these books!

Thank you infinitely to Nicole and Legends Literary Management for this arc opportunity!

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initial review:
4.5 ⭐️ WHAT JUST HAPPENED!?!?!!!??? full review to come once I find the words 😭😭😭

[Teresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

✨𝒜𝑅𝒞 𝑅𝑒𝓋𝒾𝑒𝓌✨
📖: The Myths of Ophelia (The Curse of Ophelia Book 4)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.💫

“𝘈𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘮, 𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯, 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘐’𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴.”

In The Myths of Ophelia, our warriors continue their perilous mission tasked by the Angels. Ophelia and her allies face deadly bargains, unpredictable magic, and cunning adversaries. Will they rise to the occasion?

Tropes:
👀 Multi POVs
⚔️ Fierce warrior FMC
🦮 Golden retriever MMC
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Found family
🪽 Meddling Angels
🐾 Mythical creatures
🏔️ New adversaries
🥲 “I’m so tired” “I know”
🐍 Reputation era incoming
📰 Big reveals
🌶️: moderate

“𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴.”

Nicole takes us on an emotional journey of healing and growth for the central characters in the series. Throughout the book, Nicole skillfully navigates multiple storylines that converge on the truth of the curse and prophecy. We deeply explore multiple romantic storylines. I didn’t think I could fall even more in love with my man Tolek Vincienzo, but he is now ingrained into my soul 😮‍💨.

Subtle hints and foreshadowing interspersed throughout the series come to light. Each reveal had me *gasping* and each tender moment had me swooning hard.

In The Myths of Ophelia, Nicole composes a breathtaking tale that masterfully infuses elements of mythology, intrigue, and raw emotions. I am counting down the days until the next book!

So grateful to the author and @legendsliterarymanagement for the ARC opportunity! This is my honest and voluntary review.

[Cait | GoodeyReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to the author for an eARC.

DEVASTATION.

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I’m back for another review for this series and once again in desperate need of more people to pick it up!! If you’re looking for something with Throne of Glass vibes (but is its own story!!) then you have to try TCOO.

I’ll be brief for lack of wanting to spoil anything for anyone who’s reading this without having read the other books. BUT essentially, there’s more of everything. The world building is continually expanding, I love seeing where the magic system is going and the mythical creatures that are popping up are my favorite.

I love how many POV’s are present and how this also adds more romances (and I think I spotted another one that I’m already obsessed with). I love this entire cast. I love how the different strengths and weaknesses in this found family have come together to work towards the greater good of their lands. I am anxiously waiting for the next (and I believe last?) installment. It’ll gut me, AND I’M READY.

Overall audience notes:
- Fantasy Romance
- Language: moderate – high
- Romance: multiple open door (plot > spice though)
- Violence: high

[Linda ✨ · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series is so good! The storyline is so intricate, all of the relationships are so well developed and the emotional impact is relentless 🥲

That ending??? Excuse me???? ☹️

This group has been THROUGH IT and Nicole Platania won’t give them an angels-damned break to be happy.

The Myths of Ophelia is a fantasy romance novel inspired by Greek mythology, told through multiple POVs and includes all of the best tropes like found family, angels and magical creatures, forbidden love and deadly trials!

[Alexus · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

“Promise me all your tomorrows, *****. Because you have every one of mine.”

This is the fourth book in the series and it was a rollercoaster of emotions. I can’t say much without spoilers, but you can expect myths, magic, battles, and lots of romance. As we follow Ophelia on her journey, she unravels more truths about the legends we have come to know. I was so happy that a lot of my questions were answered and even more happy that I didn’t guess them right!

I’m a Malakai girly and I am happy to say that we got a lot more of him in this book!

I think this series does great with portraying characters who have dramatic pasts or feel so broken, yet continue to look and do more good in their world. There is a lot of HOPE you get in this series.

“I’m here, and I’m not going anywhere.”

The Myths of Ophelia has:
💚 Multiple romances
🪽 Mythical creatures
✨ Found family
🖤 Multiple pov
🪵 Shocking twists
⚔️ Battle scenes
🤍 Swoony and spicy

“She looked right at the scars that would forever mar her skin and studied where they met mine.”

Thank you to @bynicoleplatania and @legendsliterarymanagement for this ARC 🫶🏼

[Alex Kant · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the penultimate book in The Curse of Ophelia series and it does its job well- it begins to unravel the mysteries built over the past 3.5 books and builds all the tension for the final book with a MASSIVE cliffhanger.

This book, particularly the latter half, pulled at my heartstrings with its emotional depth and Nicole’s ability to connect you with the story and the characters at the heart of it. Tolek is my all time favorite and that’s all I’ll say before this becomes a love letter to him.

Found Family is done so well and genuinely- with time and attention to each character. They have their own hauntingly beautiful backstories and personalities that you grow to know and love over this series and that is at its peak in this installation. Particularly, in Myths, I love the development of certain side relationships and information that’s revealed during the course of this book!

There are some fun new inclusions in Myths- creatures, locations, characters, antagonists, etc. The world building is impressive and immersive. I did at times feel overwhelmed by the details to keep track of, particularly with the prophecies and different names for gods, warriors, angels, fates, etc. It didn’t necessarily detract from the enjoyment, but did take me much longer to read than some of the past books have and left me wondering if I missed anything.

The ending was tense, emotional, and pulse-pounding! Overall, I really enjoyed this one and will be anxiously awaiting the final book to see how Ophelia’s (and all the warriors’) fate plays out!

Thank you to Nicole Platania and Legends Literary Management for an ARC of this book! It was my pleasure to read and provide my honest review!

[Lena · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every book in this series truly just keeps getting better and better. Myths gave us SO MANY ANSWERS but also so many more questions. There was so much lore in this book—it was so interesting and had my head literally spinning (in the best way). With each book, I feel like we get to know each character so much better, and they become more and more complex as more layers are added and revealed. The found family and the (multiple) romance plot lines are IMMACULATE. Be prepared to CRY.
This book was an adventure from start to finish. I loved getting to see more of the world—it’s expanded so much with each book. The world building just keeps layering and getting more complex—Nicole is truly such an amazing author.
It’s hard to say too much about this book without spoiling anything (from this book and previous books) but just know that this is an absolutely incredible series. If you’re looking for an amazing fantasy series with a romance subplot, please start this immediately.

[Abby Bento · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. These people are literally my family!!!!!! Normally switching POVs pulls me out of the story and I dislike it, but it was perfect in this book. I love every character and their storyline so much that I was itching for the POV switches. This is a book to rival Queen of Shadows or any of SJMs other best works. The world building, story development, easter eggs, etc that are laced throughout this series all come together in this book. It’s nuts. So many things I forgot about came back in this one she really had me gagged. This book was incredible.

My one singular note is that there was a bit too much romance for me. I live and breathe for the buildup so sometimes when I reach the climax in a romance I’m over it, so it could very well be a personal issue on my account.

This series is so fire it’s so fantasitical and magical and riddled with lore I’m obsessed okay bye 🧙🏼‍♀️🔮⭐️🌌⚔️

[Cecilia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wait, what?! This series gets better and better! The world building expands, and the stakes are higher. We get lore and answers and so many full circle moments. Nicole has a way of writing characters that makes you feel so invested in their story. We get many more POVs and get to know more side characters. There is also a focus on mental health and healing. So much happens in the final 30% of the book that I flew through it! I love this series so much. I laughed and cried. But, after that ending, though, I am wrecked.


-Angels/Gods
-Mythical Creatures
-High Stakes Trials
-Slow Burn romances
-Multiple POVs
-Curses/Prophecies

5 ⭐️🌶🌶

[Meg (fantasybook.adventurer) · Rating 5 out of 5]

✨The Myths of Ophelia✨

How do I even begin?! Nicole! Nicole! I don’t understand- your brain is INCREDIBLE. I don’t know how you do it but the way this series is SO INTRICATELY WOVEN just blows my mind. And everything just FITS. It has been so cool to be able to look back and see how it all flows and connects so fluidly and so WELL. This series is one of epic proportions and I can’t wait to see it through to its end.

In this fifth book of The Curse of Ophelia series SO MUCH comes to light and everything we’ve been leading up to comes to a head. We have multi POVs that are each so unique and individualized that I am in awe of Nicole’s expertise. The romance (as usual) is INSANELY good. With multiple romances going on, each relationship is so different but equally delectable. And the spice. NICOLE. 🔥 I’m just in awe because this series is an incredible fantasy plot with so many Easter eggs and hopefuls and theories that work so well together as well as a found family that is as epic as the story. I’ve grown to love each character so much. Tolek still has my heart but each man is perfection in their own right and the women are so strong and compassionate. There’s really nothing negative I can say but I could go for days about all the positives.

Y’all really need to get in on this series. I can’t speak highly enough of it. It’s been such an honor to be on Nicole’s team for the last three books and I can’t wait to continue to the finale as well as the series that come after!

[Megs: Knee Wall Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Talk about big reveals! oh my. Loved finding out more about the angels, gods and fae.

Nicole is weaving the storylines together and starting to tie up loose ends in preparation of final book. I can't wait to see how it all ends.

I'm loving all the couples. Everyone is so perfect for each other. Each relationship is different from the next. I won't name them because I don't want to spoil anything, but I can't pick a favorite because they are so unique and I love them all.

Nicole really nails the found family in every book she writes. I really want to join in their adventures.

[Jaclyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

[mar · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW???

[Caitlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well, did I stay up to read the last 70 pages last night until 0:46? Absolutely!
Never a good idea to 'just read a few pages' before you go to bed.
But this book really was so good! We finally get the soppy romantic scenes while the females keep going on strong.
Although this ending I did cry but ending it on a cliffhanger? That was mean! Had I known I would have waited for the next day.
Also the ending is actually so sad after all they have already given up.
Anyway on to the next book.

[Ashley King · Rating 5 out of 5]

Screaming, crying and throwing up all at once after the epic ending of this book. FUCK! I am immediately falling into the last book of the series after pushing 'post' on this review.

First off, we need to talk about how this series is CRIMINALLY underrated. It is so beautifully written and intelligent in its delivery. I will absolutely need to do a re-read so I can catch all the little easter eggs littered along the way. Again, it is so beautifully done between the conflicts and the relationships. The love and the sacrifices that are made. It had me crying at scenes I absolutely wouldn't have normally cried in because of how INVESTED I am in these characters and their lives.

This series has completely entertained me from the very beginning and will continue to do so until the very end. The amount of conflict and war within this has been so enticing. Never sticking to the same conflicts too long and resolving where it's needed. Getting answers to things just at the right time to keep you entertained and then completely throwing a whole new conflict at you to start moving toward next. The pacing, the world building and the character development has been immaculate. The structure of this story really outmatches any I've ever read. I am beginning to just LOVE Nicole Platania and I will for sure be reading anything and everything she puts out in this world next. A true artist in her writing and that is hard to come by.

ok, now onto the book. Man, this one was FULL of information. I have to admit, it did drag a little for me, but in all honestly I contribute that to the fact that I saw a spoiler for the cliffhanger at the end and with my entire being I couldn't get myself on a constant track of finishing this because I just refused to believe that was going to happen. But, it did and I'm still just as wrecked from it.

But, everything that transpired in the end of The Breaker of Stars came back in this book and things started answering themselves. That little bity story def plays a HUGE part in this overarching masterpiece. So many things that I felt like were left open ended throughout this journey are coming back and getting light shone on them. My one and ONLY hope is that we get a peek into Tol's journals and what he was writing about Ophelia all these years. I hope that comes back full circle in the final book.


SPOILERS AHEAD

Malikai specifically. Man, I was hoping he'd get his arc and this book certainly started that journey for me. I can't wait to see him flourish more in the final book. The intimate scene with him and Mila I was literally sobbing at the strength and realizations he was having within himself when he was with this woman. The reflection and self aware moments were incredible. It was so beautiful and the amount of time it took to get him there was perfect and didn't feel rushed or forced. SO GODS DAMN BEAUTIFUL. Again, I cannot wait to see him flourish even more in the final installment, especially with him and Ophelia being together just the two of them again. That relationship deserves a closing up with the wounds that were left open between them and I one THOUSAND percent think we will be getting that in the final book. What a beautiful way to close this story with the closure they both deserve of each other. "Until the stars stop shining" omg I'm already crying about it.

I also can't wait for the reunion scenes that are about to come full force at me in this final book. I will be sitting down to read it and will NOT stop until I get my reunions. My life can wait for the sake of these characters to get their HEA so BE IT!

Godspeed into the final book. I cannot wait to see how this all ends <3

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Strap in, because “The Myths of Ophelia” is a wild ride that will have you crying, screaming, and maybe calling your therapist. Whether you’re here for the characters, the heartbreak, or the plot twists, The Myths of Ophelia delivers in spades.

As the fourth installment in The The Curse of Ophelia series, this book doesn’t just live up to its predecessors—it surpasses them in every way. Seriously, each book in this series gets better and better - it delivers everything we’ve come to expect: soul-crushing twists, characters who feel more real than some of our friends, and stakes so high you’ll need an oxygen tank just to survive.

One of the most remarkable things about this series is how much you can see Nicole Platania’s writing evolve. With every book, her storytelling becomes sharper, her pacing more gripping, and her world-building even more immersive. You can really tell that her craft has matured, and it mirrors the growth of her characters in a way that’s incredibly satisfying. These aren’t the same people you met in book one—they’ve changed, as have you, and it’s something any reader will deeply appreciate.

Nicole’s foreshadowing is in full force—every subtle clue from the first three books finds its way into this one, whether it’s to punch you in the gut or leave you gasping, "I can’t believe I missed that!" And if you thought you had this series figured out, think again. The jaw-dropping revelations in this book will have you rethinking everything you thought you knew.

And, oh, that ending. Just when you think you’re safe, Nicole drops a cliffhanger so intense, so utterly unbelievable, you’ll be yelling, "NO WAY!" to an empty room. And then you’ll sit there, staring at the wall, wondering how you’ll survive the wait for book five.

This book is a love letter to loyal fans who’ve been there since the beginning. The character arcs are deeper, the relationships more complex, and the battles more brutal.

If you haven’t started the series yet, trust me—it’s worth it, so do yourself a favor and go back to book one. For those who’ve made it this far—prepare to have your heart broken, your mind blown, and your soul utterly consumed by “The Myths of Ophelia” because you’ll be on an emotional rollercoaster, and you’re not getting off any time soon.

Just don’t say I didn’t warn you.

[Maria InkSorceress · Rating 5 out of 5]

Normally I can finish a 650-700 page book pretty quickly, but this one took me a while. There are so many nuances and details that Nicole has put into this story that really tie in the knowledge gained in previous books while propelling the plot forward – I really had to take my time because I didn’t want to miss anything. The prophecies, the visions, the schemes and secrets…so much is revealed by the end of this book and yet we are nowhere near done.

I loved that there was still plenty of action in this, while allowing our characters some downtime to search for answers and reconnect with one another. The inclusion of several mythical creatures and some tricky fae added another layer of interest. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Definitely Nicole’s best work to date. I laughed, I cried, I may have gasped in outrage a couple of times.

Thank you so much to Nicole and Legends Literary Management for the eARC. I can’t wait to order a signed HC when they become available.

[Jenn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was such a great continuation of the series!

Don't let the size scare you- it's filled with tons of amazing POVs but you never feel bogged down by them as it's been working up to all of these for the past few books. I love these characters so much and when they hurt, I hurt.

So fair warning, that ending HURT.

We get so much more character growth and mental health rep. So many romances further developing. I just loved everything about this!

Big quest for items needed and lots of talk about the Myths. Hidden secrets coming to light and more prophecies than we know what to do with.

I'm desperate to start the finale!


Read if you love:
-Multi POV & romances
-Found family (seriously the best ones)
-Mythical creatures
-Quest for objects
-Fierce FMCs
-Meddling angels

[Bec · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amazing! This book was action packed, and so many times it just clicked and I had a “ahhhh I get it now!” moment. I did predict a few things and was glad to see I was correct in a few of my theories! So much came together in this book. I loved the romances between the various couples. Cypherion is still chefs kiss.

Chapter 73 had me in all the feels 🥲

And that ending?! Ahhhh how am I meant to wait until 2025?!!!

- [ ] Multiple romances
- [ ] Found family
- [ ] Fantasy romance
- [ ] Trauma
- [ ] Gods, angels, fae, warriors and mystical creatures
- [ ] Curses
- [ ] Badass FMC
- [ ] New characters
- [ ] Action packed

“That’s my f**king Stargirl!”

“Do you like that, Revered?” he demanded, annunciating the word. “Yes,” I panted. “I love you on your knees. I love you saying my title.”

[kaila | kd.reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hey, so Nicole... what the FUCK!!

This book was insane in the best way. I can't remember the last time I read an almost 700 page fantasy book in less than a week but I did it with Myths because I just couldn't put it down! All of Nicole's books in this series has made me cry in some way but this was on another level. Full on SOBBING and taking 45 minutes to read a chapter because every time I picked it up I kept crying more!!!! I told Nicole I was forwarding her my therapy bill.

"Our friendship was not some happenstance. It was an intention of fate and the Angels. I’d always believed that of each of my friends. My family."

I am in awe with the way Nicole can tell a story and I think this is now my favorite book of the series so far. The Legacy of Ophelia is out now so I only have one more book to go and I'm so SCARED with the way Myths ended I don't know if I can take more heartbreak haha. The found family trope is one of my favorites ever and I just love every character in this series. I love all of the couples too and I'm watching a pair because they give the vibes that they could be together so maybe in book 5 they could be!!

“I love you infinitely, apeagna. When the Angels scorch to ash and the gods fade to fate, I will be yours across every realm.”

The Curse of Ophelia series is making it's way to be in my top 10 series of all time.

[Tay (Read With Tay) · Rating 4 out of 5]

*I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review*

I had to take a few minutes and deep breathe after I finished this book. SO MUCH HAPPENED, I think I got whiplash. The development of Ophelia and Tolek’s relationship was… just simply perfection. I loved how Ophelia discovered her true self throughout the course of the story and she is the definition of a badass b*tch. The ending was, in fact, one of the most painful cliffhangers I’ve experienced recently but that is just a testament to how amazing of a writer Nicole is.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5⭐️ (rounded up) This series just keeps getting better and better. I absolutely love how Nicole has woven all of the pieces of lore together in this book. As a reader I’m really starting to see the bigger picture of what is truly going on in this world and how our heroes are going to handle it. I love the found family in this series and am so happy that this book allows you into the minds of multiple different characters and their experiences. It is a gem of a series and I cannot wait for book 5.

𝐻𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓁𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉𝓈:
✨Multiple POV & Love Stories
✨Warriors x Fae x Humans
✨Meddling Angels
✨Found Family
✨Mythical Creatures
✨Greek Mythology Inspiration

𝐹𝒶𝓋𝑜𝓇𝒾𝓉𝑒 𝒬𝓊𝑜𝓉𝑒𝓈: “Power was a weapon that spawned one of the most dangerous things of all: greed.”

“Because we’ve both carried the weight of so many lives on our shoulders. So now that they’re gone—to an extent—we don’t know how to carry ourselves.”

“And if you need a break, I’ll carry you.”

Thank you to the author and for this advanced copy. My opinions are my own.

[Kegan Herrick · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Myths of Ophelia has me lost in my thoughts wrangling questions, answers, connections and theories. My heart is in a chokehold.

Myths uncover many built-up questions and includes: quests, bargains, creatures, legends, high stakes, world building + expansion, riddles and more. This book {& series} is a masterpiece and has it all.

The group continues searching for the remaining Angel emblems in hopes of revealing the why behind the meddling Angels, star readings and fated prophecies looming over them. Of course, the trials are never easy and answers are not given freely as they seek to understand the myths, magic and the true intentions of their allies and enemies.

This series has the BEST found family. They support, anchor, listen and protect one another unconditionally. I love them all so much and could gush about them forever.

I will always be in awe of Nicole’s mind. Her talent and passion for wielding words to balance details, easter eggs, scorching romance and the plot are amazing! Every character, relationship and scene is thoroughly and meticulously placed and weaved between multiple povs. The pace is all forward momentum and works so well to connect each storyline to the big picture!

THE ENDING!! I sat backtracking everything that led to this point and couldn't help but tear up leaving the characters until the next & final book! The writing, planning and unraveling are phenomenal and worth all the hurt & tears!

If you have not read this series and like to feel all the emotions, be part of the fiercest friend group, dive into adventure, and play the games of angels and gods, this series is for you!

Thank you so much to Nicole and Legends Literary Management for the gifted ARC! I am honored to be part of Nicole's team!

[Tiffany Kraser · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book! Wow! It honestly took me by surprise because at the beginning I was struggling through the slow start thinking it was being dragged out but after finally getting to the action..I was hooked. The story of everyone coming together was absolutely amazing and I am just mindblown at that ending. I am so excited to see things finally come together!! Tolek is actually the loml by the way