First published 2026
Aphrodite rises from the sea with devastating beauty and ancient power. She moves strategically through Olympus and the mortal world, wielding influence over all living beings. When she encounters Ares, the surly god of war disliked by everyone, she bristles at his hot temper and devotion to conflict. Yet both gods prove vulnerable to love's dizzying heights and crushing lows. They become irresistibly drawn to each other despite their opposing natures. As their passionate affair spans countless mortal lifetimes, Aphrodite begins questioning the divine games she participates in. She must decide between her devotion to her divine purpose and a love that threatens Zeus's kingdom. With limited room for fire and passion under Zeus's rule, Aphrodite faces testing her commitment to both her godly role and a romance destined for destruction.
Genres: romance, mythology, historical-fiction, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, forbidden-love
Setting: Olympus
Period: ancient-greece
368 pages · Hardcover · Ballantine Books
Content warnings: sexual-content