Oracle of Helinthia (Epic of Helinthia, #2)

The heir to Helinthia's throne has been found, and the gods of Olympus will be heard. Smoke rises from the massacred village of Tyldan, spreading fear through Golpathia, the last bastion of resistance against Anax Charixes. Two new oracles come forward-a sign of the gods' return to Helinthia. But divine motives remain unclear, and whispers of doom take root. At Dargos' urging, Gadnor is elevated to strategos and thrust into a bitter rivalry between Golpathia's leaders. When Princess Lithaneva warns of a plot to crush the rebellion, Gadnor knows it may be his only chance to prove himself. But Gonivein's new vision reveals a harrowing future-one that will come to pass even if he succeeds. As war looms, Kelric discovers the anax' spies have infiltrated his city, putting Gonivein and Dargos at risk. Forluna fears it is only a matter of time before they strike a fatal blow to the rebellion. Meanwhile, Lithaneva's cunning catches the eye of one whose reputation for subversion is legendary-even among Olympians. The fate of the isle rests on their shoulders. Will the bonds of love and friendship endure in the face of overwhelming darkness? Oracle of Helinthia is the second installment in the Epic of Helinthia series. An original Greek myth of warring gods and the mortals who must find a way to end the conflict before it destroys their world. ~*~*~*~*~ "Oracle of Helinthia, the brilliant second installment in MJ Pankey's Epic of Helinthia series, is an absolute must read for lovers of mythologically inspired fantasy. Not only does it deliver on the promise of the first book, but it somehow manages to raise the stakes and the action to new heights. With its rich setting, utterly relentless plot, and wide cast of complex characters guaranteed to steal your heart, this book and this series represent everything we love about epic fantasy. Do not sleep on it." -A.D. Rhine, author of Horses of Fire "What a ride! Another gripping story of love, betrayal, and political intrigue from the author of the Epic of Helinthia. Divine motives are unclear, loyalty is in question, and danger lurks in the shadows. Pankey's storytelling will keep you turning pages!" -Sharon Lynn Fisher, author of Salt & Broom  "A fast-paced page-turner, the Oracle of Helinthia merges the human and the divine, mixing myth and history to deliver an immersive story bursting with complex heroes, political intrigue, unexpected twists, and extraordinary world-building. Readers will delight in this fresh peek into ancient Greece." -Malayna Evans, author of Neferura