Goddess

Goddess

International bestselling author Josephine Angelini concludes her action-packed Starcrossed trilogy with Goddess—a romantically-charged page-turner that Newsday raved was a "clever reworking of Greek mythology." After Helen Hamilton accidentally unleashes the violent gods from their captivity on Olympus, she and her friends must imprison them before their thirst for war—and blood—take over the world. But the gods' fury already has a body count, and time is running out. With Lucas Delos's life hanging in the balance, and their once-solid group of friends now divided, Helen must face this battle alone, while also deciding who has her heart—Lucas, or the possible Tyrant, Orion. With a masterfully-woven plot and epically-high stakes, the compelling twists and turns in Goddess will leave readers completely spellbound. She was born to fight gods. But her heart is torn in two. Starcrossed Lovers: Helen and Lucas are fated to be together, but an ancient curse makes their love a potential world-ender. Will they risk everything for a chance at happiness? - Gods and Goddesses: After being accidentally freed from Olympus, the gods are ready for war. Now Helen must face down ancient deities before their fury consumes the mortal world. - An Epic Choice: She must decide between Lucas, the boy she’s always loved, and Orion, a powerful newcomer who might be a prophesied Tyrant. Her decision will change everything. - High Stakes Fantasy: With friends divided and lives hanging in the balance, Helen must fight a battle that could decide the fate of both gods and mortals. Angelini delivers on the promise of all-out war between the Olympians and Scions (reincarnated demigods) in this Starcrossed finale. With the Great Cycle nearing completion, the Olympians descend and wreak havoc, as Helen’s various new superpowers cause an irreparable schism within the Scions. But readers desiring an answer to the most important question—will Helen choose Lucas or Orion as her true love—need to endure numerous past-life digressions and forays into Helen’s bland new world called Everyland before she makes a decision. Helen ultimately defeats Zeus through trickery rather than sheer explosive power, which is a nice touch. Angelini’s fans will be pleased. Grades 9-12. --Krista Hutley praise for STARCROSSED: “One of the most cinematic books I’ve ever read. Dramatic and intense! I can’t tell you how many times I gasped while reading this book. Starcrossed plays out like a movie in your head.” - Sophie Jordan, New York Times bestselling author of FIRELIGHT praise for DREAMLESS: This fantastical dual-world page-turner introduces more abhorrent mythological creatures while reuniting readers with Helen’s supportive high-school friends, as well as the crazy Delos family, who anchor her between the real and mythological worlds. - Booklist praise for DREAMLESS: “Romance alternates with fast-paced action from above and below. There is a healthy dose of classical deus ex machine and tantalizing hints of a third book in which all-out war erupts. Dreamless and its sequel will be well-liked by fans of contemporary renderings of classical mythology.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) praise for DREAMLESS: “A thrilling tale about love, friendship, family, and determination you won’t be able to resist!” - KidsBookShelf.com “Delicious...A clever reworking of Greek mythology.” - Newsday praise for STARCROSSED: “Helen always returns in her mind to the story of Oedipus: You meet your fate on the road you were taking to avoid it. Hers is a road I’m eager to travel; the second book in this series, Dreamless, is slated for May 2012 - not soon enough, as far as I’m concerned. I haven’t wanted a second book so much since The Hunger Games. - Los Angeles Times praise for STARCROSSED: “A gorgeous, haunting saga that completely swept me away.” - Lauren Kate, New York Times praise for STARCROSSED: “A supreme mix of mythology, brutal action and heart rending romance. The perfect summer read.” - Chicklish (blog) Can you change your fate? The gods' thirst for war already has a body count—and Helen is plagued with visions of destruction. She must find a way to imprison them once again, or risk unleashing immeasurable chaos. Her powers are increasing—and so is the distance between Helen and her mortal friends. Uncertain whether to fear or revere her, the once-solid group divides. To make matters worse, the Oracle reveals that a dangerous Tyrant is lurking among them . . . and all fingers point to Orion. Still unsure whether she loves him or Lucas, Helen is forced to make a terrifying decision, for an all-out war is coming to her shores. Starcrossed and Dreamless are international bestsellers. Now Josephine Angelini delivers a thrilling conclusion to this epic trilogy of love, hate, revenge, and fate. With worlds built just as quickly as they crumble, a goddess must rise above it all in a final battle to change a destiny written in the stars. Josephine Angelini i