Comments on: The Age Of Zeus

By: James

James — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:24:57 +0000

Your point about Gid is a good one. He is relatable, and I liked that about him. Once I’d hit on his narrative “voice”, he was easy and fun to write. Basically, he says and does things I’d never dream of saying and doing, and he’s unapologetic about it. He has no illusions about himself. He knows what he’s good at and what he isn’t good at, and he also is aware of his flaws and tries to do something about them. Can’t not love a guy like that.

By: James

James — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 16:19:00 +0000

Glad you enjoyed the books, Josh. I’m happy for you to make a pen-and-paper rpg, and I hope you and your friends enjoy playing it. I’ll check out your website and give you some feedback on it. Anything that encourages people to enjoy creative writing is OK in my book.

By: Josh

Josh — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:25:13 +0000

Wow. I just had to say wow. my friend loaned me both Zeus and Odin, and I was bowled over. With Zeus it was because I thoroughly enjoyed the characterization of the Titans, and I love the Titans in mythology and love that they’re now the good guys! With Odin, it was simply the levels that went into them. And the attention to myth. You obviously care a great deal about these myths, and want them represented accurately. With both of them, the sheer amount of thought and levels of thinking! I especially loved the quote from Oedipus from Zeus, and how it tied in to the plot so well. As it stands, I have two humble requests: One is just that I would like to make a pen-and-paper rpg based on Zeus, and would not sell it or anything. I just have a large group of friends who loved it. (That’s the lesser of the two). The other is a lot easier. I would love it if you could check out my website, as it’s really an effort to get people to enjoy creative writing. Neither are absolute, and if you would, please email me the responses.
Thank you for your time.

By: James

James — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 16:21:42 +0000

Please do grab a copy of Redlaw. I’m really sure you’ll like it.

By: Tanner

Tanner — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 15:10:15 +0000

Well, I have about 30-45 minutes at work for leisure. And most of that time is devoted to reading one of your books. Personally, out of all your protagonists, I find Gid to be the most interesting. You gave him an expansive backstory that you learn more about throughout the story, and I like that. I loved Sam, but Gid just seems more relatable. I’m without a doubt grabbing Redlaw next time I vist Barnes & Nobel!

By: James

James — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:47:32 +0000

Glad to have you on board, sir. But are you sure you should be reading books at work? Unless your work is reading books, but I’m guessing from context it isn’t.

The mix of mili-SF and mythology seems to have taken lots of people by surprise, not least me. I had no idea I’d end up writing these sorts of stories or how much fun I’d have doing it!

House Of Leaves is a terrific piece of work, if you do get round to finding a copy. Very dense and at times almost painfully detailed and intricate, but it leaves a lasting impression.

By: Tanner

Tanner — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:18:47 +0000

Well, first if all, I love your books. Last year I went to the bookstore to pick up a copy of “House of Leaves”, which I had heard was a very good book..after looking around, I couldn’t find it. Dissapointment. But I’m glad that happened, because I stumbled into the Myth section, because I love Ancient Mythology…its my passion. Lo and behold I see “The Age of Zeus”. I read that review and thought it would be decent, Iond’t expect much because of the mixture of Sci-FI and Ancient Myth. I was pleasently surprised as I delved into the world that book created. I loved it, i’ve read a few others that have attempted to mix those two and you are the only successful one. I have since read Age of Ra, and just picked up Age of Odin. This was all typed at work. while I read Age of Odin. I applaud you Mr. Lovegrove. Great reads. I plan to pick up Redlaw once I finish up Age of Odin. *Clappity clap clap*

By: James

James — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:44:19 +0000

Andrew, thanks for saying all that. I really appreciate it. I try and do something new every time with my fiction. Otherwise, what’s the point? Recycle other people’s ideas? Rehash stuff that’s already been done a thousand times? No thanks. Admittedly, the myths I use in the Pantheon novels are ages old, but the fun comes in putting a new spin on them, resulting in something that is, I hope, different and original. The same goes with vampires, which, let’s face it, is a genre that’s been done to death (and beyond) in recent times. I sat on the idea for Redlaw for years until I was able to figure out a way of making it unlike anything else and being able to say something unique and satirical through the metaphor of vampires. You’ll be the judge of whether I succeeded or not.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:52:33 +0000

I was browsing my local book store when I saw the binding with the big letters on the side saying THE AGE OF ZEUS. I have always been interested in Mythology and I find that almost every author that writes anything mythological based is either doing something crazy and silly, writing about children, or retelling the stories from years ago with no real awesome spin encompassing today.

I decided to read The Age Of Ra first and I have to say. I loved it. The way you tied each god together and split the world up based on their personalities and attitudes was pure genius. The ending after the climax I thought was unbelievable and very hopeful of the future. But the well over 600 page Zeus I read in under 2 weeks (which for me a slow reader is a big deal)

The way in which you utilize Science Fiction and classic myths to fully work in a modern world is outstanding. It is easily one of my favorite books and after reading these two novels you have moved up to top of my must read and recommend author list. I haven’t had the chance to read Age of Odin yet, but I purchased Redlaw on its release and plan to read it soon. My favorite part of the way you write though is to take a common subject (sci fi, mythology, vampires) and create a story that hasn’t been done before. These are many reasons I am very glad to have found your books.

By: James

James — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 09:34:34 +0000

That’s high praise indeed, Kyle. Thanks. Seriously, I’m not worthy. King is my all-time favourite living writer, a man who keeps knocking them out of the park when he could easily be coasting along on his reputation and resting on his laurels by now (that’s three different metaphors in once sentence — but it’s early on Sunday morning, so I think I can be forgiven).

I haven’t read anything by either of the two others, but I did see the Percy Jackson movie and felt kind of let down by it. It had the potential to be so much. Same with the new version of Clash Of The Titans, which fumbled the material. Though I didn’t much care for the original movie either, it did at least have some Ray Harryhausen model work in it. Jason And The Argonauts — now there’s a Greek mythos story done properly on the silver screen. Grandeur, humour, darkness, scares… The works.