When I first picked it up the prologue felt a bit confusing (just trying to keep the characters straight). But once I got past that and into the heart of the story, it started to make sense to me and became quite enjoyable. Since I know that there's still time before the book is published and revisions can still be made, I'm giving this sample arc a three out of five stars.

I love Greek mythology and I've read a couple of Alexandra Bracken's books, so I was very excited about Lore, which promises a gritty and fresh take on the old tales. Honestly, at first I was a bit confused as to what was going on, but by the end of these few chapters I was invested. It puts a spin on the idea of Greek gods on the modern world, and as an older Percy Jackson fan this really suits me. I am very excited for the full book.

Greek mythology, old gods, and an open hunting season every seven years. After reading a 6 chapter sampler, I'm left wanting more of this wholly original dark fantasy novel that is like an urban fantasy with Greek gods and elements of horror movie "The Purge" - every seven years, old gods turn mortal and mortal hunters go on a seek-and-kill rampage. If they kill the god, they assume their powers, during Agon. Lore has been in hiding, only to be dragged back in to protect a god and keep an evil "New" god nemesis from making a discovery that could devastate the world. I look forward to reading more!

This was so amazing and I cannot wait to read the rest of the book! I love everything Alex Bracken writes.

Alexandra Bracken wins with another compelling storyline. I was hooked right from the beginning! I love her original spin on Greek mythology. An interesting twist between mythos and Hunger Games. Great characters so far. Athena is my favorite goddess and I love seeing her headlining in a book. Lore and Miles are an excellent duo and I'm very intrigued to see exactly what is between Lore and Castor. January 5, 2021 can't come fast enough. I definitely want to be able to read an advanced read a copy of this book.

Thank you to Alexandra Bracken, Disney Hyperion Books and Netgalley for the sneak peak of Lore. It promises to be an amazing book.

I have been following Alexandra Bracken on her journey through writing this book and absolutely jumped at the chance to catch a sneak-peek! It's been months of hearing about her character crafting and plot twist hinting, and I have to say the Lore sample chapters are such a tease.

The synopsis is so intriguing. It's such a fresh take on a mythology that is so well known. Hunting gods. Interacting with legends. Immortals trapped in New York City a place known for thin lines and teetering life choices and gritty details. Revenge and all things Greek Myths. A line up that would make anyone crave more.

Listening to Alexandra Bracken talk about the work and actually sitting down and get immersed in the characters was wonderful. I know this is a sample so I don't want to say much about anything just yet but the promise of so much more makes this go right to the top of my pile. I have the release date bookmarked on all of my calendars!

Thank you Netgalley & Disney Publishing for this advanced sampler!

I loved this chapter sampler and I absolutely cannot wait for the full galley! I hope to get a chance to read the entire thing early. I love this type of story and Alexandra is so talented.

Lore is a fresh and bloody take on the Greek Gods in modern time. I am really excited to see where the rest of the story goes. Lore one of the Gorgon's descendants has to work with Athena to hunt down the new God of War. I like the mythology and the Hunger Games style battle.

Alexandra Bracken never disappoints. Although this is only a chapter sampler, what we were given was enough to understand whats happening and keep us wanting more. So interested in Lore/Cas. Can’t wait to read the entire thing!

I have been a fan of Bracken’s work for years and constantly proclaim that her Darkest Minds series is one of my favorite series of all time. But, Lore may have it beat. Though this is just a chapter sampler, Lore has hooked me from the very beginning and I’m desperate to read the whole book once it’s released in January. The story is gritty and dark, but still has that spark of light and humor that has been prevalent in all of her work. I cannot wait to see how the characters and story further develop over the course of the novel, and the series.

What an exciting few chapters! Thanks for the opportunity to read and review this chapter sampler. I love the Greek/Roman mythology theme and I'm excited to see where it goes within the rest of the book! Lore is already such an interesting character. This book holds a lot of promise!

This was a sample that made me really want to consume the entirety of the novel and I will once it becomes available. Lore is set in a world where the Greek/Roman gods are being hunted and their immortality gets bestowed on their killer. Lore is a young woman she lives in New York City and is fighting her way through life literally (she takes part in an underground fight ring). When Lore encounters the goddess Athena wounded and bleeding she has an opportunity to get revenge upon those that took her family from her. But when hunting gods is a lifestyle can this fighter win this round. Amazing story I can't wait to see where this goes.

Oh, this are only a few chapters but I'm already completely into this story! I love Greek mythology and I can't wait to read more about this completely new version of the Greek Gods!

This sampler did its job in getting me even MORE intrigued about this book! I can't wait to read the full thing.

* I received a chapter sampler from NetGalley for an honest review *

All I can say is WOW! The first six chapters of this book are spectacular and I cannot wait to see what happens next. The set up is a fresh and exciting take on the Greek gods.

Every seven years the Agon, a seven day period where nine Greek gods who took part in a failed rebellion, become mortal and walk the earth. During this time they are hunted by descendants of the ancient bloodlines so that they can kill the god and take their place. Lore is the last remaining mortal member of her family. She left the life of the hunters when her family was murdered. When two gods come to her for help, will she take a chance for revenge and join the hunt again?

This promises to be a fantastic new book from the author of The Darkest Minds series. Make sure you add this to your TBR. Coming January 2021.

I am excited for the full release of this book! The preview introduced us to such a diverse cast of characters, each feeling very fleshed out, and the world building mythos and motivations of the main character Lore, come together effortlessly. From the few chapters available, I was instantly immersed into this world and cannot wait to continue the story.

I‘m a total sucker for anything Greek mythology, so I was beyond excited for the opportunity of being able to read this sampler early!

The concept is super interesting and a nice twist on the myths, and I‘m definitely very excited to see where the story will take us. I love the idea of families of hunters that descend from the great Greek heroes seeking to kill the gods. The prose is pleasant to read and the MC Lore is a strong woman working through trauma, both aspects I very much enjoy seeing in YA literature.

On a more shallow note, the cover is absolutely gorgeous - I‘m excited to go pick this up once it comes out!

We are so incredibly hyped up for this book! What torture to have to wait! We are new fans to Braken’s writing and are excited to read more of her work.

Mythology, especially Greek & Roman is a huge passion for us. Mix that with contemporary fantasy and put in a dark twist? You have a recipe for a book we are pretty much guaranteed to love.

Though this was just a sampler we were very grateful to get our hands on it. It has lived up to what we wanted it to be. Looking forward to more!

Thank you Netgalley for this advanced sampler!
I loved the world building and the action and concept of this story intrigues me!
While I enjoy the idea of this story I felt like it was quited rushed and maybe a little sloppy.
I am not sure if it is a book I will pick up again butI am glad I got the chance to read this sampler.

I am beyond excited to read the full book when released. The sample I received drew me in so quickly and definitely left me wanting more. It feels like a mix between Hunger Games and the Greek gods. I definitely recommend as it seems to be a super fun and interesting read!