Smythe seemingly uses Persephone’s assault by Apollo as a reference to the multitude of assault stories in Greek myth and also points out the suspect nature of Eros’ actions with Psyche. Did you like this change? Why or why not?Ħ. Smythe also messed with the setting of the story, creating a modern Underworld and Mount Olympus, while the Mortal Realm is period accurate (i.e., set in the heyday of the gods in ancient Greece). Did you have any previous familiarity with the Hades and Persephone myth before reading Lore Olympus? If yes, what did you think about the changes Smythe made with the initial stages of their relationship?ĥ. Do you have a favorite secondary character? Who and why?Ĥ. What were your initial thoughts on Persephone? Did they change when you got to know her a bit better?ģ. Did you experience such a period? Who or what did you find most fascinating? QuestionsĢ. It seems like most people go through a period in their life during which they’re obsessed with Greek myths. This volume of Lore Olympus specifically depicts sexual assault, gaslighting, toxic relationships (specifically parent/child), and sexism. Content Warning: Lore Olympus regularly deals with themes of physical and mental abuse, sexual trauma, and toxic relationships.
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