Books for my fellow Greek mythology nerds like myself

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If you're even mildly curious about Greek mythology but don't want to fall asleep reading old, dusty texts—don’t worry. I've got you covered. Whether you're a total beginner or already obsessed with the gods, monsters, and tragic heroes, here’s a list of books that make mythology feel alive. They're easy to understand, emotionally gripping, and honestly, some of them might just destroy you in the best way possible.

🔥 Start With: The Riordanverse (Fully In Order)

Rick Riordan’s universe is the perfect gateway into Greek mythology. His writing is funny, action-packed, and surprisingly emotional. Here’s the full order if you're starting fresh:

🏛 Percy Jackson and the Olympians (PJO)

  1. The Lightning Thief

    • Most Famous Quote: “With great power... comes great need to take a nap. Wake me up later.”

    • 💔 Heartbreaking: “Even strength must bow to wisdom sometimes.”

    • 🌟 Amazing: “If my life is going to mean anything, I have to live it myself.”

  2. The Sea of Monsters

  3. The Titan’s Curse

  4. The Battle of the Labyrinth

  5. The Last Olympian

🌊 The Heroes of Olympus (HOO)

  1. The Lost Hero

  2. The Son of Neptune

  3. The Mark of Athena

    • 💔 “Percy let go of Annabeth’s hand and fell.”

    • 🌟 "I'm not choosing your path I'm making my own"

  4. The House of Hades

  5. The Blood of Olympus

☀️ The Trials of Apollo (TOA)

  1. The Hidden Oracle

  2. The Dark Prophecy

  3. The Burning Maze

  4. The Tyrant’s Tomb

  5. The Tower of Nero

📖 Side Books (Totally Worth It)

  • Percy Jackson’s Greek Gods

    • A hilarious retelling of the classic myths, straight from Percy’s POV.

  • Percy Jackson’s Greek Heroes

    • Ever wondered how Heracles survived 12 labors? Percy’s got you.

  • The Demigod Files

  • The Demigod Diaries

  • Camp Half-Blood Confidential

  • Camp Jupiter Classified

These books are so easy to understand, it feels like you’re hanging out with the gods and heroes rather than studying them.

💔 For the Emotionally Brave: The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

This book… broke me. It's the tale of Achilles and Patroclus retold as a haunting, tender love story that hits so hard you'll be left breathless.

  • Most Famous Quote: “He is half of my soul, as the poets say.”

  • 💔 “I could recognize him by touch alone, by smell; I would know him blind, by the way his breaths came and his feet struck the earth. I would know him in death, at the end of the world.”

  • 🌟 “We were like gods, at the dawning of the world, and our joy was so bright we could see nothing else but the other.”

🧙‍♀️ Powerful & Poetic: Circe by Madeline Miller

Circe isn’t just a sorceress—she’s a force of her own. This book follows her through exile, heartbreak, motherhood, and godhood.

  • Most Famous Quote: “When I was born, the name for what I was did not exist.”

  • 💔 “It is a common saying that women are delicate creatures. Who made it up? I would like to break his knees.”

  • 🌟 “I am made of memories.”

🎶 Bonus Tip: Listen to Epic: The Musical

Specifically the Thunder Saga—you’ll feel the heartbreak, triumph, and heroism of Odysseus in a way no textbook could ever deliver. The lyrics hit, the vocals soar, and the storytelling? Absolutely next-level.

  • Personal favorite tracks: "Open Arms" "Wouldn't you like," and "God Games"

✨ Final Thoughts

Greek mythology doesn’t have to be complicated or boring. These books make it accessible, fun, and emotionally deep—you’ll laugh, cry, and maybe become just a little obsessed with ancient gods. (Trust me, it happens fast.)

So whether you're here for the action, the drama, or the heartbreak... grab a book and start reading. The myths are waiting. 🌩

Want more myth recs or need help recovering from The Song of Achilles? Drop a comment—I’ll bring tissues.

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