Athena's Child
Gifted and burdened with beauty far beyond that of mere mortals, Medusa seeks sanctuary with the Goddess Athena. But when the lustful gaze of mighty Poseidon falls upon her, even the Temple of Athena cannot protect her.
Young Perseus embarks on a seemingly impossible quest. Equipped with only bravado and determination, his only chance of success lays in the hands of his immortal siblings.
Medusa and Perseus soon become pawns of spiteful and selfish gods. Faced with the repercussions of Athena's wrath Medusa has no choice but to flee and hide. But can she do so without becoming the monster they say she is.
History tells of conquering heroes. Tales distorted by time. Medusa’s truth has long been lost. Until now. Now it is time to hear her truth.
Revel in this powerful retelling of one of mythologies greatest tales today.
- Pages
- 214
- First published
- July 16, 2020
Shelved by 2 Litcadians
Reviews
Finished September 18, 2025
I really enjoyed this story so much. I always hope there’s a way for Medusa to be saved but I suppose that’s not possible. I still hate Perseus on principle, but he ended up not being as bad in this one. Still a moron, but less vindictive than other stories have made him out to be.