Aphrodite: Book 1 Aphrodite Trilogy (The Daughters of Zeus 4)

While the first three books focused mainly on the Persephone/Hades relationship (and a lovely ride that is, too), this one embarks on new territory by sticking exclusively to the point of view of Aphrodite. It’d be easy to dislike the “Barbie Goddess,” as one character calls her—she’s physically perfect, she’s occasionally clueless, she may often come off as shallow and self-serving…she’s, well, Aphrodite. But I thought Kaitlin Bevis did a marvelous job with the character, showing us her suffering and fears, all of which are inseparable from her recent origin as a creation of Zeus’, made specifically to do his bidding. Now Zeus is gone, but Aphrodite’s left with the nightmares. She’s unbalanced, and unsure what to do with her freedom.To get the other gods to trust and like her a little better, which they haven’t entirely so far, she volunteers to help solve the latest divine mystery: namely, why some demigods have been disappearing. The mission takes her onto a cruise ship, where she winds up sharing a room with the demigod Adonis, and as you can guess, there the fun begins!Part of the fun is that Adonis doesn’t even seem to like her, at first. He’s a model, on board for a traveling photo shoot, but he’s no fluffy pretty face; he’s responsible and intelligent, and disapproves of Aphrodite’s intrusion and doesn’t hesitate to tell her so. So when she finds her powers mysteriously weakening on the cruise, and leans on him for help more and more, their emerging feelings for each other are that much more delicious. Also, they do a stint of photo shoots together, which just feels like the perfect occupation for Aphrodite and Adonis in the modern age, and I SO would love to see those resulting clothing ads, featuring the two of them scantily clad on a Caribbean beach. Sounds gorgeous!I didn’t guess at all who was really behind the disappearances and attacks, so kudos to Kaitlin for a plot well constructed. Also, Ares turned out to be much more of a sweetheart than I expected, which was an endearing surprise.Though we get a satisfying ending, the series is clearly not over and the adventure will be continuing in another installment. Hurray! Stay tuned.

She's so cool, so beautiful, but so vulnerable. Yet her task is monumental and her best friend is counting on her. In a beautifully woven tale full of surprises, Ms. Bevis plays with the stories of the gods, craftily pulling us in til we are invested all the way to the last word

A continuation of the YA series Daughters of Zeus (Book 4) and the first one in which Aphrodite is the MC. A new mystery and many of the wonderful characters from the previous novels, although not enough of Hades. Alas, we finally get to see more of Ares, which kind of makes up for it. A good contemporary interpretation of the love goddess and the god of war. The reader also meets some new mythological characters that are interesting. I look forward to the next one! For fans of YA adaptations.Net Galley Feedback

Holy. Gods. I bought this book on a whim, thinking it would be something to pass the time and I COULDNT PUT IT DOWN. Not your average YA mythology novel, the charecters have so much presence...I'm floored. It took me less than 24 hours to read, that's how amazing it is. I just couldn't put it down. And I am itching to buy the rest, I actually screamed out loud when this book ended! Heartbreaking, mind blowing, fun to read. Although there are some scenes that some could find triggering (cw: sexual assault) and would not be appropriate for teenagers under 16 or so.It was an incredible book. You've got me hooked on the series! Can't wait for the rest of the trilogy to come out!

While she is only 3 years she is put to the test she finds out what the Gods need at the cost of her very existence I love the story she took her place of honor and made a difference Aphrodite proved that charm and a bit of trust can save and make a god see the legnths she will be willing to go to save her fellow gods and save even the one who betrays her you'll love this story. Fast paced mystery with a twist . I enjoy every word .I recommend this as a must read.

I love the first 3 books I thought they were amazing. And I liked this but but it wasn't as good compared to the first 3, but it got my attention enough at the end that I am going to read the next one.

If you love a good Greek mythology book. This series is for you . This book was funny, entertaining and quite enjoyable. I am glad the author has kept up with the series.

I just love this author. She gets to things quickly, she develops characters and she has plot. Plus, she is fantastic with pacing. Highly recommend for a fun, original, romantic read. She really knows how to write an ending too! I'm dying!

I couldn’t put this down! Usually I’m a horror fan so I was a little sceptical at first but from the first page I was hooked!

Great mythology. Decent story. Great author. Liked this book, but not as much as her Persephone trilogy. Would recommend.

Great book, could read again and again!

It a good read and I didn't want to put it down