This book is the perfect blend of mythology and The Hunger Games. I couldn’t stop laughing at the awkward but endearing humor between Alexis and her protective snake, Nys. When Alexis discovers that she has the blood of the Gods, she’s thrust into a high-stakes game of survival at the perilous Spartan War Academy. The book balances spunky, laugh-out-loud humor with heart-pounding, death-defying challenges, taking readers on a thrilling ride that’ll keep you hooked. However, I did struggle with the aspect that despite Alexis’ tough past surviving homelessness and enduring the awful foster care system, she sometimes lacks basic common sense or world awareness. It felt a little odd, especially given her intelligence, that she was often portrayed in such a clueless way. Still, it didn’t take away from the overall fun and excitement! I also really enjoyed the narration, especially the parts featuring Nys.

*Thank you to Jasmine Mas, Harlequin Audio and Netgalley for the ALC copy. I am freely leaving my honest review.