Rise of Princes (Homeric Chronicles Book 2)

HOMERIC CHRONICLES The Iliad and the Odyssey and a canon of Greek mythology meet in this epic retelling of the Trojan War. After the heartbreaking sacrifice at Aulis, the western Greeks unite to plunder Troy and recapture Menelaus' wife, Helen. For nine years Agamemnon and his horde lay siege to Trojan allies, but it is Achilles, the Golden Warrior, who brutally ravages the Troad lands becoming the Sacker of Cities. His fierce onslaught prompts the gods to intervene on behalf of the Trojans and their allies. Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love and Beauty and patroness of Troy, sends the Princess Briseis to calm the bloody fury of Achilles. Hektor, the Golden Prince, leads the Trojan army against the western invaders, keeping Troy safe behind the Great Wall. As Defender of the Citadel, he grants sanctuary to thousands of refugees seeking safety from the death and destruction sweeping the land. Behind the solidarity of the royal family, tensions over the continued presence of Helen of Sparta threaten to topple the empire. When the fate of Troy appears most grim, a ray of hope is offered by a new prophesy. Despite his private losses, Hektor vows to remain the strength his people need. Across the Aegean, the Greek kingdoms struggle with disturbing news from Troy. Queen Clytemnestra of Mycenae, reeling from Agamemnon’s ruthless betrayal, loses faith in the gods and plots her revenge. Queen Penelope of Ithaka, young and uncertain, prays to Athena for her husband’s swift return. And Tyndareus, the former king of Sparta, works to usurp Menelaus’ throne. Trojans and Greeks face heartbreak as the war, sparked by the vanity and greed of men, continues with no end in sight. The HOMERIC CHRONICLES blends history and myth and will satisfy your love of Greek mythology, while paying homage to the original storyteller, Homer. With a cast of over 80 characters, Janell Rhiannon has created a richly beautiful and brutal world. Check out her website for character videos characters and a unique interactive map. HOMERIC CHRONICLES is an epic mythological trilogy about the Trojan War meant for grown-ups who like to mix a little warfare with their romance. Fall in love with Greek mythology for the first time or all over again. SONG OF PRINCES is for readers who love: *warfare and (steamy) romance *epic historical fiction *epic retellings *Game of Thrones style plot lines *Greek gods and goddesses *the Trojan War *warriors and battle Visit my website for exclusive offers and giveaways.