Goddess (Awakening)
Angelini delivers on the promise of all-out war between the Olympians and Scions (reincarnated demigods) in this Starcrossed finale. With the Great Cycle nearing completion, the Olympians descend and wreak havoc, as Helen’s various new superpowers cause an irreparable schism within the Scions. But readers desiring an answer to the most important question—will Helen choose Lucas or Orion as her true love—need to endure numerous past-life digressions and forays into Helen’s bland new world called Everyland before she makes a decision. Helen ultimately defeats Zeus through trickery rather than sheer explosive power, which is a nice touch. Angelini’s fans will be pleased. Grades 9-12. --Krista Hutley