The Lost Daughter of Sparta

This is a beautiful, expansive take on the story of Philonoe – I really enjoyed it -- Natalie Haynes, <I>New York Times </I>bestselling author of <I>Pandora's Jar </I>and <I>Stone Blind</I> A beautifully illustrated and timely story about the importance of having compassion for others as well as oneself -- Rachel Smythe, bestselling author of <I>Lore Olympus</I> A stirring, beautifully illustrated hero's journey overflowing with heart and a wicked sense of humor. Felicia Day has crafted a timely and inspiring tale of adventure filled with modern themes that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt like an outcast or a misfit. -- Ernest Cline, bestselling author of <I>Ready Player One</I> A miracle: a great modern love story with the power of an ancient myth – brilliantly, perfectly itself -- Lev Grossman, bestselling author of <I>The Magicians </I> A gorgeous epic of love, belonging, and freedom -- N.D. Stevenson, bestselling author and illustrator of <I>Nimona</I>  Day and MacColl weave a tantalizing tale that will easily pull you in. Whether you are a lover of myths or new to the world Gods and Goddesses, there is something in this book for everyone. A true delight and dream of a story, clearly made with love and passion -- Tillie Walden, author of <I>On a Sunbeam</I> and <I>Clementine </I> Quite simply one of the best things I've read in years. I was already pretty certain Felicia Day could do anything, and this book simply proves it -- Gail Simone  The Lost Daughter of Sparta is for anyone who loves the epics of Hercules, Theseus, or Jason and the Argonauts, but it is especially meaningful for all of us who have struggled to fit in, without letting someone else define us -- Wil Wheaton