Thanks to Musadora Publishing for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
⭐️⭐️⭐️.75 (I know it says 4 stars on the reel, it’s sooo close to 4 stars!)
A Maiden of Artemis is an epic journey following Otrera who has recently slain a man to protect herself and her chastity in Ancient Greece. Her story is just beginning when she discovers that she was blessed by the goddess. Thankful, and in search for safety she travels far and wide. We follow her on her epic adventure, urging her on and also feeling her sadness and anger. Being a woman in Ancient Greece is frustrating and sad, a commentary on how women were treated as commodities and the belongings of men.
please take note of the trigger warnings violence, non- consent, sexual assault, and death but this steels our character to make the heartbreaking decisions that she has to make. I was absolutely ragged with the betrayal, and rooting for Oterea and her girl gang— honestly if you’re tired of hearing men centric retellings I present you the most feminist story in Ancient Greek literature.
Many characters can sometimes confuse the reader, more introduction of important characters would help the flow of the story, I would recommend googling some of the names if you are not sure who is who.
The gods disregard for humans was felt throughout the story as well as them not understanding human behaviour. Personally I found some parts tedious to read as I felt it didn’t contribute the overall story. But I did enjoy it.

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I have been in the look out for more Greek myth retellings and I was very happy to find this one. The writing was beautiful and the world was very enjoyable. And it stayed true to Greek mythology.

I recently read "Maiden of Artemis: Legend of the Amazons, Book 1" by Eloise Bahr and was captivated. This narrative of mythology, adventure, and feminine fortitude captivated me from the first page.

Otrera, the first Queen of the Amazons, is caught in a prince's blood and her life changes. Artemis gives Otrera a chance for atonement in her darkest hour. A thrilling adventure with prophecies, surprising alliances, and self-discovery follows.

Bahr's colourful prose depicts Ancient Greece and Otrera's dangers. The excursion explores Otrera's character as well as the scenery. Her friendship with other Amazonians deepens the plot, turning friends become sisters with a common fate.

As tension rises, Otrera makes realistic and heartbreaking decisions. The author masterfully combines devotion, sacrifice, and heavenly duty. The narrative is full with surprises that keep readers guessing.

Note that this book is not for the fainthearted. Eloise Bahr bravely explores adult issues by include profanity, violence, death, and sexuality trigger warnings. These features add to the world's reality and the characters' struggles.

The story is heightened by the enraged king and his determined champion. Otrera's dedication to her sisters shows the Amazons' great loyalty, and the fight with celestial powers adds intrigue.

In conclusion, "Maiden of Artemis" is a thrilling start to an exciting adult historical fantasy series. Eloise Bahr's novel mixes mythology, history, and fiction to reimagine the Amazons. I'm excited to see where Otrera and her tribe go in this captivating universe in the following volume.