Julie Cole has lost her husband, Richard, but that does not mean she’s about to accept his death. She travels to Cyprus to delve into the mystery and realises Peter, her husband’s wartime buddy, knows more than he’s letting on. And so do others, who may or may not be mythological deities.Teaming up with Aphrodite, whom she believes is responsible for Richard’s demise, and in a maelstrom of chaos that involves getting the Gorgon’s Blood and fighting fabled creatures, the three travels to the depths of the Underworld on a rescue mission.Standing in their way is the Lord of the Underworld, Hades and one very determined hunter whose sole task is to destroy Julie.
The author did such an incredible job of building upon the other two books in the series and doubling down on the rich mythology and culture of the series. The imagery and atmosphere of the narrative immediately grab the reader, as they are drawn further and further into the depths of the underworld, and readers are treated to a whole new host of mythological figures that test the limits of fate.
The heart of this narrative was the rich character development of the novel. The new perspective of Julie as the protagonist of this narrative showcases the depth of the impact that the first two books had on her and the family she and Richard were building together. The bond that she and Peter build as they seek out the means of finally bringing Richard back to life is incredible, and the gripping mythology will draw these characters to new heights, giving readers a fresh perspective of classic characters and storylines.
The Verdict
Heartfelt, imaginative, and entertaining, author Myron Edwards’s “Julie’s Odyssey: Alpha and Omega” is a must-read mythological thriller and fantasy novel you won’t want to miss. The twists and turns in this adventure and the shocking final revelation as the journey comes to its emotional end will leave readers hanging onto the author’s every word.