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The Dark Pantheon #2
Daughter of Fate
LIFE THREATENING ODDS. DANGEROUS GODS. AND A PROPHECY ONLY SHE CAN FULFIL . . .
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Searching for her sister’s soul, Danae journeys to the Underworld. In the dark caverns below the earth, she must brave her worst fears and face Hades, the terrifying God of the Dead.
Hermes, Messenger of the Gods, is sent on a secret mission by his father, Zeus. Seizing the chance to finally win his family’s respect and the heart of the woman he loves, Hermes must risk everything to succeed.
Meanwhile, on Mount Olympus, Hera, the Queen of Heaven, watches from the shadows, her once bright faith in her husband extinguished. And decides to take matters into her own hands . . .
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Praise for Daughter of
'Epic, captivating and spellbinding . . . takes you on a quest like no other' Saara El-Arifi number one bestselling author of Faebound
‘A.S. Webb has written a legendary reimagining of the Greek age of heroes.’ - Esmie Jikiemi-Pearson Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Principle of Moments
'An epic and heart-racing adventure through mythology and magic. Beautiful and engrossing, this is a must-read debut' Tasha Suri, award-winning author of The Burning Kingdoms Trilogy
'With engaging characters and an enchanting world, Daughter of Chaos is the perfect marriage of Greek myth and epic fantasy, sure to delight readers of both genres' Frances White, Sunday Times bestselling author of Voyage of the Damned
'With an unfaltering pace and vivid worldbuilding, A.S.Webb sweeps us into a world of gods, men and monsters, and gives us a woman who will not be ruled by any of them. Webb spins an original and compelling story out of a well-known mythology. This is an impressive debut' Lucy Holland, author of Sistersong
'Daughter of Chaos is a wild ride through prophecy, rebellion and adventure – Danae is a heroine I’d follow anywhere' Jess Popplewell, author of The Dark Within Us
'A spellbinding masterpiece that breathes new life into Greek mythology, intertwining it with epic fantasy in a familiar and refreshingly original way' Crystal King, author of In the Garden of Monsters
'A must-read for anyone seeking a fresh and intriguing take on the Greek gods and the humans who dare to defy them. For fans of Epic , the musical, and Kaos, the Netflix show ' Marvellous Michael Anson, author of Firstborn of the Sun
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Searching for her sister’s soul, Danae journeys to the Underworld. In the dark caverns below the earth, she must brave her worst fears and face Hades, the terrifying God of the Dead.
Hermes, Messenger of the Gods, is sent on a secret mission by his father, Zeus. Seizing the chance to finally win his family’s respect and the heart of the woman he loves, Hermes must risk everything to succeed.
Meanwhile, on Mount Olympus, Hera, the Queen of Heaven, watches from the shadows, her once bright faith in her husband extinguished. And decides to take matters into her own hands . . .
--
Praise for Daughter of
'Epic, captivating and spellbinding . . . takes you on a quest like no other' Saara El-Arifi number one bestselling author of Faebound
‘A.S. Webb has written a legendary reimagining of the Greek age of heroes.’ - Esmie Jikiemi-Pearson Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Principle of Moments
'An epic and heart-racing adventure through mythology and magic. Beautiful and engrossing, this is a must-read debut' Tasha Suri, award-winning author of The Burning Kingdoms Trilogy
'With engaging characters and an enchanting world, Daughter of Chaos is the perfect marriage of Greek myth and epic fantasy, sure to delight readers of both genres' Frances White, Sunday Times bestselling author of Voyage of the Damned
'With an unfaltering pace and vivid worldbuilding, A.S.Webb sweeps us into a world of gods, men and monsters, and gives us a woman who will not be ruled by any of them. Webb spins an original and compelling story out of a well-known mythology. This is an impressive debut' Lucy Holland, author of Sistersong
'Daughter of Chaos is a wild ride through prophecy, rebellion and adventure – Danae is a heroine I’d follow anywhere' Jess Popplewell, author of The Dark Within Us
'A spellbinding masterpiece that breathes new life into Greek mythology, intertwining it with epic fantasy in a familiar and refreshingly original way' Crystal King, author of In the Garden of Monsters
'A must-read for anyone seeking a fresh and intriguing take on the Greek gods and the humans who dare to defy them. For fans of Epic , the musical, and Kaos, the Netflix show ' Marvellous Michael Anson, author of Firstborn of the Sun
544 pages, Hardcover
First published March 17, 2026
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A.S. Webb
2 books128 followersA.S. Webb is the Sunday Times bestselling author of DAUGHTER OF CHAOS and DAUGHTER OF FATE, the first two instalments of The Dark Pantheon trilogy. She holds a BA in English Literature and Theatre Studies from the University of Leeds and is inspired by stories rooted in history and mythology. She lives in London with her family.
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August 15, 2025did someone mention a Hermes???
HERMES??????
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I'm not going to be okay (or normal) until March 2026
HERMES??????
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I'm not going to be okay (or normal) until March 2026
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March 24, 2026⚔️🏛️ Daughter of Fate🏛️⚔️
Narrated by Lucy Walker-Evans
Bookish Thoughts
Full review to come.
🖤 What to Expect
• Greek mythology
• Prophecy
• The Underworld
• Dangerous gods
• Shifting loyalties
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🎧 Narration Style: Solo
📅 Pub Date: March 17, 2026 (Lucy Walker-Evans)
Thank you to Harlequin Audio and NetGalley for the advanced listening copy. All thoughts are my own.
Narrated by Lucy Walker-Evans
Bookish Thoughts
Full review to come.
🖤 What to Expect
• Greek mythology
• Prophecy
• The Underworld
• Dangerous gods
• Shifting loyalties
_ _ _
🎧 Narration Style: Solo
📅 Pub Date: March 17, 2026 (Lucy Walker-Evans)
Thank you to Harlequin Audio and NetGalley for the advanced listening copy. All thoughts are my own.
March 26, 2026
Such a unique creative take on Greek mythology, the story was such a ride I couldn’t stop listening to it.
The narrator did such a good job I was completely immersed in the world, so many interesting twists. Danaes growth in this book was so good can’t wait to see where her story goes from here.
This book is for people who love Greek mythology and epic quests!
Thanks to HarperCollins for the free audiobook download via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
The narrator did such a good job I was completely immersed in the world, so many interesting twists. Danaes growth in this book was so good can’t wait to see where her story goes from here.
This book is for people who love Greek mythology and epic quests!
Thanks to HarperCollins for the free audiobook download via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
March 22, 2026
One of the best mythology retellings I've read so far (and I'm extremely picky with the genre). It's ambitious, epic and grandiose. There are so many interesting twists and possibilities!
The author's vision of the gods is just brilliant . It's very bleak and they are very dangerous adversaries. I loved that we got to know how it came to be and learned more about the origins of the Titans' power. Seeing old allies come back was also delightful.
It really offers a new vision of stories we already know by heart. Take the Trojan War for instance. It was incorporated pretty naturally, without this feeling that the author was trying to cram as much mythological episodes as possible.
As an action-packed sequel, it didn't suffer from the middle book syndrome. Rather, it was intense and full of tension. The section where Danae visits the Underworld had me genuinely worry for her.
There were a few things I didn't like: Danae often made stupid decisions during the first section. But her evolution was promising in the end, so I can't wait to see what the next installment has in store for her.
Also, the attraction between Danae and Atalanta just came out of nowhere???? Like, I understand things are over (before they even started) between Danae and Heracles. But it just looks like the author abruptly changed her mind. For diversity points? Because of some criticism? Who knows. And don't get me wrong, Atalanta is my favorite character in this. But here, it just felt like the attraction was sudden and forced, so at odds with their relationship in the first book.
Another minor quibble: Deidamia was portrayed as the clueless wife while Achilles cheats on her with Patroclus. At least, Danae called Achilles out for being a cheater, so there's still that.
The author's vision of the gods is just brilliant . It's very bleak and they are very dangerous adversaries. I loved that we got to know how it came to be and learned more about the origins of the Titans' power. Seeing old allies come back was also delightful.
It really offers a new vision of stories we already know by heart. Take the Trojan War for instance. It was incorporated pretty naturally, without this feeling that the author was trying to cram as much mythological episodes as possible.
As an action-packed sequel, it didn't suffer from the middle book syndrome. Rather, it was intense and full of tension. The section where Danae visits the Underworld had me genuinely worry for her.
There were a few things I didn't like: Danae often made stupid decisions during the first section. But her evolution was promising in the end, so I can't wait to see what the next installment has in store for her.
Also, the attraction between Danae and Atalanta just came out of nowhere???? Like, I understand things are over (before they even started) between Danae and Heracles. But it just looks like the author abruptly changed her mind. For diversity points? Because of some criticism? Who knows. And don't get me wrong, Atalanta is my favorite character in this. But here, it just felt like the attraction was sudden and forced, so at odds with their relationship in the first book.
Another minor quibble: Deidamia was portrayed as the clueless wife while Achilles cheats on her with Patroclus. At least, Danae called Achilles out for being a cheater, so there's still that.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Can fate actually be changed, or are we all just playing out the story the gods already wrote?
**Spoilers for Book 1 below**
Returning to Danae in book two of the Dark Pantheon trilogy was everything I wanted and more. After discovering she is the Last Daughter at the end of Daughter of Chaos, she knows what her destiny is… she just has absolutely no idea how she is meant to survive it.
Prometheus sends her in search of Naxos so she can learn to control her powers and eventually face the false gods. The problem is she knows she cannot do it alone. After losing the people she travelled with before, the thought of asking anyone else to sacrifice themselves for her fate is almost unbearable.
I also absolutely loved the introduction of Odysseus in this book. In my review of the first book I said this series felt closer to the epic spirit of The Odyssey than anything I have read in years, and that feeling only grew stronger here.
A.S. Webb’s writing has that sweeping, mythic quality that makes the story feel like a true legend rather than just another retelling. The creatures, the journey, the prophecy, the sense of adventure… it all feels huge and epic in the best possible way.
If you love Greek mythology, epic quests, and stories that feel like they belong beside the classics, you need to read this series.
**Spoilers for Book 1 below**
Returning to Danae in book two of the Dark Pantheon trilogy was everything I wanted and more. After discovering she is the Last Daughter at the end of Daughter of Chaos, she knows what her destiny is… she just has absolutely no idea how she is meant to survive it.
Prometheus sends her in search of Naxos so she can learn to control her powers and eventually face the false gods. The problem is she knows she cannot do it alone. After losing the people she travelled with before, the thought of asking anyone else to sacrifice themselves for her fate is almost unbearable.
I also absolutely loved the introduction of Odysseus in this book. In my review of the first book I said this series felt closer to the epic spirit of The Odyssey than anything I have read in years, and that feeling only grew stronger here.
A.S. Webb’s writing has that sweeping, mythic quality that makes the story feel like a true legend rather than just another retelling. The creatures, the journey, the prophecy, the sense of adventure… it all feels huge and epic in the best possible way.
If you love Greek mythology, epic quests, and stories that feel like they belong beside the classics, you need to read this series.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
I want to thank Penguin Random House SA for a proof copy.🥰
"There are only mortals and those who chose to become Titans."
I am keeping this short and spoiler-free 😁
I enjoyed the first book for the fresh reimagining of the myths as you know them. It transported me to the TV shows I grew up with, like Xena: Warrior Princess, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, and The Odyssey 1997 miniseries.
This continues from the first book, with a 1-year time lapse.
What I love about this universe is that Danae is chaos. Emotions are high, her belief system has been slashed open, and she has to investigate it herself... She still needs to find herself, and come to terms with who she is, and how to navigate the hand the fates dealt her.
She is less annoying in the first book and grew on me. The writing style is really easy to read, and like the first book, I couldn't put it down because I just wanted to know what was happening. (I only put it down due to work😅).
Can we please talk about Hermes? Loved him...
Her lies have broken trust, friendships and relationships.
This one ends on a cliffy...
I need book 3🤩 like yesterday!
My new favourite series in Greek reimaginings.
"There are only mortals and those who chose to become Titans."
I am keeping this short and spoiler-free 😁
I enjoyed the first book for the fresh reimagining of the myths as you know them. It transported me to the TV shows I grew up with, like Xena: Warrior Princess, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, and The Odyssey 1997 miniseries.
This continues from the first book, with a 1-year time lapse.
What I love about this universe is that Danae is chaos. Emotions are high, her belief system has been slashed open, and she has to investigate it herself... She still needs to find herself, and come to terms with who she is, and how to navigate the hand the fates dealt her.
She is less annoying in the first book and grew on me. The writing style is really easy to read, and like the first book, I couldn't put it down because I just wanted to know what was happening. (I only put it down due to work😅).
Can we please talk about Hermes? Loved him...
Her lies have broken trust, friendships and relationships.
This one ends on a cliffy...
I need book 3🤩 like yesterday!
My new favourite series in Greek reimaginings.
March 17, 2026
First, be aware that DAUGHTER OF FATE is book 2 in The Dark Pantheon Trilogy. That information isn’t on the cover or in the description, which is unfortunate. I think it’s important to read book 1 first.
The story is more of a reimagining than a retelling of Greek mythology. The fresh take on the Greek gods kept things interesting. I was definitely surprised by some of the reveals.
I enjoyed book one a little more than this one. We had a whole lot going on, but somehow the story also felt dragged out. Then again, it could have been my mood. Lately my attention span has been shorter than a toddler’s. 🥴
Because this is a trilogy, of course the book ended on a major cliffhanger. I won’t grumble since it was expected, but I confess to cursing the universe at the time. 🤭
I listened to the audiobook. Lucy Walker-Evans did a great job with the narration. I was fully immersed in the story.
*Thanks to Harlequin Audio (#HiveInfluencer) for the free audiobook download, provided via NetGalley!*
The story is more of a reimagining than a retelling of Greek mythology. The fresh take on the Greek gods kept things interesting. I was definitely surprised by some of the reveals.
I enjoyed book one a little more than this one. We had a whole lot going on, but somehow the story also felt dragged out. Then again, it could have been my mood. Lately my attention span has been shorter than a toddler’s. 🥴
Because this is a trilogy, of course the book ended on a major cliffhanger. I won’t grumble since it was expected, but I confess to cursing the universe at the time. 🤭
I listened to the audiobook. Lucy Walker-Evans did a great job with the narration. I was fully immersed in the story.
*Thanks to Harlequin Audio (#HiveInfluencer) for the free audiobook download, provided via NetGalley!*
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
3.5⭐️
Overall this is a successful sequel, and for me I enjoyed this a lot more than I did the first book. Because we’re now in the ‘present’ instead of matching timelines, it felt less like we were filling space between points.
This does fill in a lot of the blanks and the unanswered questions from the first book. The history of these ‘Gods’ and what really happened, however I feel like everyone is still taking them at their word, even though they have been betrayed over and over, they are believing the one version of events that they are told without question.
This does still feel like a whistle stop tour of self inserts through different Greek myths. Because while this is taking a new angle on some stories, there have been names that were thrown in almost as an Easter egg for people who know mythology, but that really have no bearing on the story as a whole.
Overall this is a successful sequel, and for me I enjoyed this a lot more than I did the first book. Because we’re now in the ‘present’ instead of matching timelines, it felt less like we were filling space between points.
This does fill in a lot of the blanks and the unanswered questions from the first book. The history of these ‘Gods’ and what really happened, however I feel like everyone is still taking them at their word, even though they have been betrayed over and over, they are believing the one version of events that they are told without question.
This does still feel like a whistle stop tour of self inserts through different Greek myths. Because while this is taking a new angle on some stories, there have been names that were thrown in almost as an Easter egg for people who know mythology, but that really have no bearing on the story as a whole.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Okay, I didn’t realize this was book two and I absolutely didn’t read book 1 beforehand oops. That being said I don’t think I was really lost in the story.
I really enjoyed this take on the titans and olympians. It was a pretty quick paced forward moving book. The characters and the twist and turns kept me intrigued in the story. I am really interested in see where it goes next because I had a fun time reading this.
The audiobook narrator did a really good job. Listening along as I read made me feel like I was fully immersed into the world and conflicts with the characters. If the whole series is narrated by Lucy I’ll listen to it for sure.
Thank you HTP Books, HTP Audio and NetGalley the ebook and audiobook. All opinions here are my own.
I really enjoyed this take on the titans and olympians. It was a pretty quick paced forward moving book. The characters and the twist and turns kept me intrigued in the story. I am really interested in see where it goes next because I had a fun time reading this.
The audiobook narrator did a really good job. Listening along as I read made me feel like I was fully immersed into the world and conflicts with the characters. If the whole series is narrated by Lucy I’ll listen to it for sure.
Thank you HTP Books, HTP Audio and NetGalley the ebook and audiobook. All opinions here are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Daughter of Fate
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️
This sequel was everything. Darker, faster-paced, and packed with twists I didn’t see coming. The action never lets up, and just when you think things might calm down… chaos hits again.
The new characters add so much tension - allies or enemies? I’m still not convinced we can trust everyone. 👀 And the prologue and epilogue? Absolutely wild. The kind that leaves you staring at the page like wait… WHAT?!
If you love Greek mythology retellings, this series is a must. It’s low spice, high stakes, creative, and full of mystery. Book two takes everything from book one and raises the bar.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️
This sequel was everything. Darker, faster-paced, and packed with twists I didn’t see coming. The action never lets up, and just when you think things might calm down… chaos hits again.
The new characters add so much tension - allies or enemies? I’m still not convinced we can trust everyone. 👀 And the prologue and epilogue? Absolutely wild. The kind that leaves you staring at the page like wait… WHAT?!
If you love Greek mythology retellings, this series is a must. It’s low spice, high stakes, creative, and full of mystery. Book two takes everything from book one and raises the bar.
March 25, 2026
Thank you so much to Harlequin Audio and
NetGalley for this ALC. I really appreciate this opportunity to listen to this audiobook. I enjoy the twist of the Greek mythology stories into this book. I loved the narrator, her voice was very engaging and smoothing and I definitely enjoyed the story. I I definitely recommend this book to people who love mythology like I do and I would totally listen to more books from this narrator. Thank you again!
NetGalley for this ALC. I really appreciate this opportunity to listen to this audiobook. I enjoy the twist of the Greek mythology stories into this book. I loved the narrator, her voice was very engaging and smoothing and I definitely enjoyed the story. I I definitely recommend this book to people who love mythology like I do and I would totally listen to more books from this narrator. Thank you again!
March 27, 2026
3.75*
Danae heads to the Underworld to find her sister but falls into the political machinations of Olympus.
I liked this book. It takes familiar stories from Greek mythology and weaves in new twists. I think mythology buffs will be pleased with this tale. That being said, it is long. Like a lot longer than I thought it would end up being. But it is still a worthwhile read.
Thank you to @netgalley for my ALC. The narrator did a really great job especially with the different character voices.
Danae heads to the Underworld to find her sister but falls into the political machinations of Olympus.
I liked this book. It takes familiar stories from Greek mythology and weaves in new twists. I think mythology buffs will be pleased with this tale. That being said, it is long. Like a lot longer than I thought it would end up being. But it is still a worthwhile read.
Thank you to @netgalley for my ALC. The narrator did a really great job especially with the different character voices.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
An epic sequel in the true meaning of the word. This series is the most gripping, twisty, dark adventure and gives you such a thrill as each new character is introduced - familiar yet rewritten to be fresh and fascinating versions of the myths you thought you knew.
I'm absolutely hooked and can't wait to find out what's next!
I'm absolutely hooked and can't wait to find out what's next!
March 19, 2026
3.5⭐️
This was an immersive read for me and I felt like I was placed directly into the world A.S. Webb built. I loved the greek mythology aspects and all the twists and turns! The narrator truly has a gift for bringing a book to life. Read this if you love a fast-paced fantasy novel with high stakes!
This was an immersive read for me and I felt like I was placed directly into the world A.S. Webb built. I loved the greek mythology aspects and all the twists and turns! The narrator truly has a gift for bringing a book to life. Read this if you love a fast-paced fantasy novel with high stakes!
March 12, 2026
This was a very unique take on all we know of Greek mythology. I liked it and then I didn’t. It was refreshing and then it was too different all at the same time that made it too confusing. I think part of that might have been that this was Book 2 and I didn’t know that until I started reading it.
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