A fantasy romance, by dazzling new talent Sarah Underwood, inspired by Greek mythology and the tale of Eros and Psyche.
On the island of Zakynthos, nothing is more powerful than Desire-love itself, bottled and sold to the highest bidder by Leandros, a power-hungry descendent of the god Eros.
Eirene and her beloved twin sister, Phoebe, have always managed to escape Desire’s thrall. Until Leandros’ wife dies mysteriously and he sets his sights on Phoebe. Determined to keep her sister safe, Eirene strikes a bargain with Leandros: if she can complete the four elaborate tasks he sets her, he will find another bride. But it soon becomes clear that the tasks are part of something bigger; something related to Desire and Lamia, the strange, neglected daughter Leandros keeps locked away.
Lamia knows her father hides her for her own protection, though as she and Eirene grow closer, she finds herself longing for the outside world. But the price of freedom is high, and with something deadly-something hungry-stalkingthe night, that price must be paid in blood . . .
Format: Paperback
Pages: 448
Imprint: Electric Monkey
Publication date: 05/06/2025
The Gentlest of Wild Things
by Sarah Underwood
Review by Angel
The Gentlest of Wild Things is a sapphic retelling of Psyche and Eros from Greek mythology but with a fresh, tender twist. The story follows Eirene, a fierce heroine who makes a dangerous deal with the enigmatic Leandros to protect her twin sister, Phoebe, from his bottled-up Desire—a love potion sold to the highest bidder. Eirene’s courage and vulnerability shine as she takes on Leandros' four impossible tasks. In the midst of these trials, Eirene finds an unexpected ally in Lamia, Leandros' mysterious daughter. Their slow-burning relationship blooms, bringing warmth and tenderness to an otherwise shadowed world. The Gentlest of Wild Things is perfect for readers of all ages with its closed-door romance and serves as a captivating introduction to mythology retellings.
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