The Eye of Zeus - (Legends of Olympus) by Alane Adams (Paperback)

About the Book

Finding out she's the daughter of Zeus is not what a foster kid like Phoebe Katz expected to hear from a talking statue of Athena. But when her beloved social worker is kidnapped, Phoebe and her two friends must travel back to ancient Greece and rescue him before she accidentally destroys Olympus.

Book Synopsis

Finding out she's the daughter of Zeus is not what a foster kid like Phoebe Katz expected to hear from a talking statue of Athena. But when her beloved social worker is kidnapped, Phoebe and her two friends must travel back to ancient Greece and rescue him before she accidentally destroys Olympus.

Review Quotes

Praise for The Eye of Zeus:

2020 Readers' Favorite Book Awards: Silver Medal in Children - Preteen

"With twists, loyalty between friends, and its cast's cleverness, the middle grade fantasy The Eye of Zeus hits all the right notes."
--Foreword Reviews

"This charming and brilliant novel is superbly plotted and will win over readers . . . Phoebe's voice is dead on and authentic, as are those of her friends. The author's masterful prose and style serve the story instead of merely taking center stage . . . This author and novel are ready for prime time and the big time."
--Publishers Weekly, BookLife Prize Critic's Report

"This first installment in Adams' Legend of Olympus series is a nonstop, fast-paced adventure with an engaging, brave, and resourceful protagonist; fans of Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series, in particular, will likely enjoy it."
--Kirkus Reviews

"A great addition to any library collection, with a fiery, smart protagonist readers will love."
--School Library Journal

"Alane Adams delivers a sensational twist on Greek mythology with an adventure full of heart, action-packed moments fit for the legends, an emotional journey, and the strength of friendship . . . The Eye of Zeus is the perfect adventure that will give children a passion for mythology, a love of adventure, and introduces them to fun twists on classic myths."
--Readers' Favorite, five stars

"This book was a great adventure book in which friendships also played an important role! It was fast-paced, and I enjoyed it a lot, like many of the other books about Greek mythology that I have read before!"
--Kids' Book Buzz

Praise for The Witches of Orkney series:

"An enchanting new book full of magical mischief and adventure, Alane Adams's The Blue Witch is guaranteed to please"
--Foreword Clarion Reviews

"Bright, brave characters star in this exhilarating tale of magic and mystical creatures."
--Kirkus Reviews

Praise for The Legends of Orkney series

2017 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards: Gold Medal, Best Book Series - Chapter Book
2016 International Book Awards: Fiction: Young Adult Finalist
2015 USA Best Book Awards: Best Cover Design: Fiction, Winner
2015 USA Best Book Awards: Children's Fiction, Winner
Beverly Hills Book Award: Best Juvenile Fiction, Winner
IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award: Best New Voice Children's/Young Adult, Silver Medal
Readers Favorite Awards Children Preteen: Silver Medal Winner

"A fast-paced, satisfying capper to a trilogy that's sure to enchant fans of adventure-driven fantasy."
--Kirkus Reviews

"Sam's internal struggles and focus on the dark side of his witch heritage are reminiscent of Anakin Skywalker and will likely appeal to fanboys and fangirls, particularly as he 'must face the darkness inside.' Combined with strong female leads, both heroic and villainous, the ever growing and changing cast of characters has something for everyone. Fantasy, mythology, a touch of romance, and enough sword fights and battles to appease even the most action-hungry make Kalifus Rising a well-rounded, solid choice for those craving a new type of adventure."
--Foreword Reviews FIVE STAR review

"Adams is a master of exposition, never letting it slow the narrative by immersing it in rapid-fire dialogue . . . Indelible characters, both good and evil, and a rescue storyline that refuses to dawdle."
--Kirkus Reviews

"This series will do well with the Percy Jackson crowd and fans of Norse mythology. VERDICT: A great choice for middle school collections."
--School Library Journal

"The Red Sun: Legends of Orkney by Alane Adams is a book that will take children on a roller coaster ride of adventure and fantasy where whimsical and menacing creatures and witches will enthrall readers."
--Readers' Favorite (5 stars out of 5)

"The Red Sun is a roller coaster ride of adventure, Norse mythology, magic and mayhem. Between Sam facing awesome villains in the magical realm of Orkney to teachers turning into lizards, I had the best time doing the voiceover for the audiobook. Don't miss out on this terrific story!"
--Karan Brar, actor on Disney's Jessie and Bunk'd

About the Author

Alane Adams is an author, professor, and literacy advocate. She is the author of the Legends of Orkney fantasy mythology series for tweens and The Coal Thief and The Egg Thief, picture books for early-grade readers. She lives in Southern California.