There are a lot of romance-themed Troy novels to choose from, none of which were to my liking. I've been obsessed with ancient Troy since I was a teenager.

Goddess of Troy, alternatively titled Warrior Rising, is like the movie: altered and flawed but entertaining nonetheless. Troy is a guilty pleasure of mine, despite its historical inaccuracies. Go ahead and make fun of me I deserve it. You will only glimpse peace and love and tranquility-you will never know them.” But like a fire that burns too hot too quickly, you will be consumed, and never see the close of thirty summers. Your fire will rage hot and high so that your name will be remembered for thousands of years in lands past the edge of the world.

You will lead the Myrmidons in battle with a red ferocity that will burn everything before you.

“Another path to the future will lead to acclaim that will outshine all other kings and warriors. You will be deeply mourned, but eventually your name will be forgotten as just a speck in the countless sands of history.” Thetis drew another deep breath and continued, still not opening her eyes. Your long life will be full and rich and you will die quietly in your bed when your beard is white, surrounded by those who love you. You will know peace and tranquility and love. You will have a fruitful wife who will bear you many sons and daughters. The Myrmidons will flourish under your rule. “Zeus’s oracle presented two choices for you, Achilles.” She closed her eyes and recited: “One path to the future will lead to a long, prosperous life. Thetis of the Silver Feet rose from the depths of the hidden cove. More info to come soon about the HoN TV series! House of Night Other World, book 4, FOUND, releases July 7th, 2020. Cast lives in Oregon near her fabulous daughter, her adorable pack of dogs, her crazy Maine Coon, and a bunch of horses. PC is an experienced teacher and talented speaker. Her novels have been awarded the prestigious: Oklahoma Book Award, YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers, Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award, the Prism, Holt Medallion, Daphne du Maurier, Booksellers’ Best, and the Laurel Wreath. PC is a #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today Best-Selling author and a member of the Oklahoma Writers Hall of Fame.

After her tour in the USAF, she taught high school for 15 years before retiring to write full time. After high school, she joined the United States Air Force and began public speaking and writing. PC was born in the Midwest, and grew up being shuttled back-and-forth between Illinois and Oklahoma, which is where she fell in love with Quarter Horses and mythology (at about the same time).

Warrior Rising by P.C. Cast