by Jo Walton
First published 2015
Pan opens his eyes to find himself alive again after millennia of nonexistence. The ancient Greek deity discovers a modern world where humans have completely forgotten him and the old gods. He wanders through this unfamiliar landscape, trying to understand his place in a reality that no longer acknowledges his power or presence. Pan encounters an ambitious young woman who searches for spiritual meaning in her life. He also meets a troubled teenager who experiences disturbing visions that others dismiss. These mortals become part of Pan's journey as he attempts to rebuild his divine identity and reclaim his position among the gods. But Pan's resurrection reveals hidden truths that could destroy the fragile boundary separating the human world from the realm of the divine. As he navigates these dangerous revelations, Pan must decide whether to fight for his forgotten godhood or accept his diminished place in a world that has moved beyond the need for ancient deities.
Genres: mythology, literary-fiction, fantasy, contemporary
Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
228 pages · Paperback · Createspace