In 'The Mortal Coil: Medousa & Perseus', Eris Adderly reimagines the myth of Medousa and Perseus, crafting a tale of a wicked domme, Medousa, and a hero, Perseus, who find themselves entangled in a complex relationship. As Perseus embarks on a mission to save his mother by obtaining Medousa's head, the story delves into themes of submission, redemption, and the consequences of fate. Adderly's lyrical writing style and attention to detail create a world where characters are not merely heroes or villains but individuals shaped by their circumstances and choices.
The narrative unfolds with twists and turns, exploring the evolving dynamics between Medousa and Perseus as they navigate conflicting desires and responsibilities. The book delves into the deep-rooted injustices faced by women, offering a fresh perspective on Medousa's character and her quest for retribution. Adderly weaves together elements of fantasy, mythology, and romance, drawing readers into a world where love, sacrifice, and self-discovery intertwine to challenge traditional narratives and redefine the boundaries of myth and reality.
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Content warnings include sexual assault references, dubious consent scenes, and explicit sexual content.
Has Romance?
Romantic elements are significant, with a complex and evolving relationship between Medousa and Perseus.
From The Publisher:
Medousa is Vengeance. Medousa is the Bane of Men.
Marble statues appear on the streets where the gorgon hunts down men who would prey on women. If the sons of man will not yield respect, Medousa will teach them to fear.
Perseus is the Destroyer. Perseus is the Golden Son.
The mercenary son of Zeus seeks no help from his absent sire. He would make his own reputation, without kneeling to beg favor from Olympos.
When a tyrant king demands Perseus bring back the head of the gorgon Medousa, the price of failure becomes more than his reputation. More than he can ever hope to bear.
Medousa is a daughter of the old gods, fast and sleek and terrible. Against such strength and cunning, what hope could the warrior have? What weapon could strike out faster than the curse of the stone, should Perseus meet her eye?
His arrogance appalls her. How dare this son of Olympos set foot on the gorgon's island?
Another hero, come to collect a trophy? Medousa would pitch his stone carcass over the edge of a cliff. But would he learn anything? No.
The Bane of Men would have him cower and tremble. She would have him crawl and beg.
Medousa will seal this hero's fate.
But first … she will break him.
The Mortal Coil is a viper's nest of cruelty, vengeance, and redemption . Mortals avoid the island of the gorgones-like this dark tale , it is no place for the faint of heart. Step foot ashore, but beware: danger lives here . And she does not like trespassers.
Other titles in the Flames of Olympos series: The Eighth House: Hades & Persephone
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