Daughter of Chaos

Publishes on 21/01/2025

Darci's Review 

Daughter of Chaos is a beautifully written re-imagining of ancient Greek mythology. I was obsessed with such tales in my childhood, and reading A. S. Webb’s debut literary fantasy has inspired me to return to this obsession. Webb has brilliantly woven Greek mythology into her fictional storyline to show the reach of the twelve main Olympians’ legacies from Naxos to Athens and Delphi, all the way across the Black Sea to the Caucasus Mountains in Colchis. This world-building would not be complete without the many famous and infamous heroes from classical Greek mythology: Heracles, Jason and the Argonauts, Ariadne, the Maenads, and the Hunters of Artemis, along with the main protagonist Danae, a young woman from Naxos with a fierce spirit and undying loyalty to her family. 

Following Danae from her small village in Naxos, Daughter of Chaos explores a unique perspective on the Greek gods and their legacies. Danae is used to reveal the corruption of the powerful Greek gods and thus to question their will, in itself an act of blasphemy. Leaving Naxos behind to save herself from the accusations of demonic possession, and the supposed curse afflicting her, Danae stows away to Athens in search of the oracle at Delphi. This sets in motion a series of unexpected events that leads her to fullfil a mysterious ancient prophecy. Forming connections with the heroes of tales she was told as a young village girl, she also discovers the sacrifices demanded by those who acquire great power. 

Webb’s prose style imitates that of the Greek classics, creating a philosophically profound and emotionally powerful read. Daughter of Chaos is bound to become a modern classic. Highly recommended. Pre-order your copy now!

Publisher's Review 

For mortals to be free the Gods must fall in this sweeping, epic fantasy set in Ancient Greece.

In Ancient Greece, the Gods demand the ultimate tribute - food, treasure, even human sacrifice. There are some mortals who cling to a desperate prophecy -one will come and set them free. But few believe it. Until Danae eats a mysterious golden apple and her life unravels with a dangerous path unfolding before her.

Chased from her home Danae will walk the winding roads of heroes. There, she encounters the mighty demi-god, Heracles and they will seek out monsters to battle. But Danae's destiny is not to fight beasts. She will hunt the Gods. She will drag them screaming from Olympus . . .