Goddess Interrupted (Goddess Test #2)

I heard a lot about this book via twitter, so when it became available via Edelweiss to read and review, I snatched it up. However, I didn't realize that it was the second book of a series. I was, however, able to pick it right up and read straight through without having read the first book. Aimee Carter does a great job of recapping enough that I didn't feel completely lost throughout the book. I also enjoyed this book enough that now I'm curious about the first book and plan to read it.

I thought Kate's character needed to, in a sense, "man up" a bit and call Henry out on his behavior. I realize he is the god of the Underworld, but my goodness. I was so sad for her and really didn't like Henry's character, at first. I found it a bit odd how she was so brave and had no reservations about putting her life on the line for those she loves, however couldn't bring herself to talk to Henry about how he was behaving. I guess that's pretty true to real life in a lot of relationships though. I also wondered why Kate would put herself out there for the gods when they really weren't very nice to her. Maybe I would understand that more if I read the first book. I was very happy when I finally learned why Henry was behaving so terribly and was grateful that even though he is a 'god', he has insecurities, too.

I thought Aimee did a great job writing and helping me to visualize her world. I really enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading the first book and then the next book.

I loved the story THE GODDESS TEST. The whole twist of the myth of Persephone and Hades fascinated me. I loved Kate and Henry and how a modern day girl could end up with a God. There's great romance along with Greek mythology. What's not to love?

In the second book, Kate comes back after being with James--Hermes--in Greece. She finds Henry standoffish. She's worried if she had indeed made a huge mistake. It seems as if Henry--Hades--still isn't over Persephone leaving him. Kate feels she'll never be like her. Then Henry disappears and Kate goes out to find him.

What worked for me in this sequel is the love story between Henry and Kate. She has so many misgivings and insecurities over their relationship. I mean, who wouldn't if you feel you have to compete with a former goddess? The beginning of the story was a tad bit slow but did build up when James and Ava--Aphrodite--go with Kate to find Henry. Calliope--Hera--is just as nasty as ever. She hates Kate and wants to destroy her. Cronus is mysterious and also very powerful. I feel there's more to him than what was revealed in this book. I can't help but think this issue will be addressed more in the next book in this series.

The Underworld isn't shown in total dark strokes but is more mysterious. The other gods and goddesses aren't shown that much as this really is Kate and Henry's story. That works for me as I feel too much would deflect from the story.

Good writing helps move the reader through the underworld as Kate tries to not only help find Henry but confront her own fears. Seems that even becoming a goddess is no guarantee of happiness. The chemistry between Kate and Henry brews slowly and doesn't erupt like some other YA romances out there. I liked that the gods, especially Henry, are shown with weaknesses that makes them easier to relate with.

There's a huge OMG revelation at the very end of this book that I didn't see coming. Can't wait to read the third book in this series.

Also check out the ebook novella THE GODDESS HUNT that takes place before this book in Greece.

Goddess Interrupted by Aimee Carter was an epic read that I didn’t want to put down. Aimee Carter‘s retelling of the myth of Persephone and Hades is just so off the beaten path, and I love that unique quality about it. It’s no surprise that Goddess Interrupted was another great look into the lives of Kate and Henry.

Goddess Interrupted follows a storyline that I never would have guessed would have happened. It was new, fresh, and a ton of fun to read. One of the best things about these books is how easy it is to get involved in the story, and Goddess Interrupted definitely fit that bill with its questish nature. The plot did not stop building for a moment in this one.

Kate as a character in this one kind of bugged me. She was a bit whiny for the first half of the book and it drove me nuts. She got a lot better in the second half of the book, which was nice. The other characters of the trilogy are just awesome. I love James – he’s a character you can’t help but to love. I love Henry as well, even though he has all his flaws. There were a lot of characters you get to see more of in Goddess Interrupted which was quite awesome.

The ending of Goddess Interrupted is intense I tell you. I finished the book, and frantically turned pages trying to find more story. I cannot wait for The Goddess Inheritance, as the story Aimee Carter has built sounds fantastic.

Basically, Goddess Interrupted is another one of those must reads. While I didn’t love the main character as much in this one, the plot is simply to die for and the other characters are wonderful. Aimee Carter is a rising star in YA, and I cannot wait to see what is next for her.