Diana was born on the magical island of Themyscera, an island inhabited by immortal Greek warrior women known as Amazons. The island is completely isolated and hidden from the outside world by the Greek gods and no men are allowed to step foot on its shores. Diana's mother, Hyppolita, is the Queen of the Amazons. On an island reserved for women, Hyppolita dreamed of having a child of her own. After pleading to the gods, Hyppolita went to the island's beach, sculpted clay into the shape of a baby and the gods breathed life into the clay sculpture, turning the clay into flesh. Thus, Wonder Woman was born.
As Diana grew up, she dreamed of going out to the outside world and wanting to go beyond her island. One day, a male fighter pilot, Steve Trevor, crash lands on the island. Wanting to bring him back home and see the outside world, Diana volunteered. Hyppolita forbids it, trying to protect her daughter. The queen sets up Olympic style games to decide the champion who will return the pilot home. Diana disguised herself to participate in the games and wins. After it was revealed that Diana was the champion, Hyppolita realized that she couldn't stop her daughter's wishes and allows her to go. When she ventures to the outside world, she becomes an ambassador representing Themyscera to the outside world. Whenever there is a threat, she vows to use her powers to protect humanity and honor the way of the Amazons!
For more on Wonder Woman, check out: Wonder Woman (DVD)/ Wonder Woman: Warbringer (book)/ Wonder Woman: The Circle by Gail Simone (book)/ Wonder Woman: Bitter Rivals by Greg Rucka (book)
Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan (book/e-book/audio CD/e-audio)-
Percy Jackson is a regular boy until he is attacked by monsters found in Greek mythology. He later finds out that his long lost father is Poseidon, the Greek god of the seas! Along with his friends, Percy lives in Camp Half-Blood, a summer camp-like sanctuary reserved for the half-breed children who are also descendants of the gods of Olympus. From there, Percy is ready to go on many adventures within the Greek culture and mythology!God of War by Robert E. Vardeman and Matthew Stover-
This choice is not only set with Greek mythology but it is also the novelization of a popular video game. This is a retelling of the story based on the video game of the same title.The story starts with a man named Kratos from the land of Sparta. Spartan warriors were basically the male counterparts of the Amazons. Spartans were born and raised to be warriors above all else, who were prepared to fight and die in the line of glorious battle. Kratos was a general of the Spartan army. While on the brink of defeat against his enemies, Kratos pleaded to Ares, the Greek god of war. Kratos said that if Ares could destroy his enemies, he would dedicate his life to him. Ares responded to his request and guaranteed victory against his enemies.
One day, Ares commanded Kratos to invade a village in his name. Kratos obeyed and slaughtered everyone in a blood rage. He continued his rampage in the village's temple. Not fully aware in the midst of his rage, Kratos killed everyone inside, including his own wife and daughter. His rage was quickly replaced with remorse and despair after seeing what he did to his family. Kratos then learns a harsh truth from Ares. Ares tricked Kratos, knowing that his family was in the village. Ares hoped that Kratos would kill his family in hopes he would become a powerful warrior that has nothing to lose. Enraged, Kratos vows revenge against Ares and the rest of the gods of Olympus.
The Warrior Maiden by Melanie Dickerson (book/e-book/e-audio)-
Another great book if you're wanting more strong, empowered women! This story is a reimagining of the classic Chinese folktale, Mulan. Relocating the story to Medieval Europe, Mulan's home is being threatened by the Teutonic Knights. Mulan's father is called to battle but the only problem is that he's dead. Fearing the fate of her family, Mulan takes her father's place by disguising herself as a man and going to into battle. Will she be able to bring honor to her family?Images:
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