Hunted
2011
- fiction, fantasy, general
- greek mythology
- druids and druidism
- fiction
- roman mythology
- atticus o'sullivan (fictitious character)
- nyt:mass-market-paperback=2013-07-14
- magic
- celtic mythology
- arizona, fiction
The story
Two-thousand-year-old druid Atticus O'Sullivan, Granuaile and the wolfhound Oberon race across modern-day Europe to try to escape the clutches of Olympian goddesses Artemis and Diana and the Norse god of mischief, Loki.
What it’s like
Brisk, wisecracking urban fantasy with the feel of a road trip: quick scene cuts, a lot of walking and driving between cities, and a wry first-person voice that keeps things light even when someone is being hunted. The sensory world is modern and everyday, with airport terminals, rental cars, hotel rooms, pubs and grey European streets rendered in brisk, practical detail rather than lush description, and the mythic presence comes through in sudden flashes of divine menace and ancient Irish lore. Its vibe is playful and fast, with a tongue-in-cheek swagger and an undercurrent of chase-driven tension. It suits a long-haul flight, a weekend read, or an easygoing commute when you want momentum and banter. Violence is frequent and mostly cartoonish, with sword fights, magical battles and bloody but quickly passed injuries; there is some strong language and a little sexual innuendo, and the dread is more adrenaline than horror. Readers who enjoy a witty, irreverent take on gods and magic, a centuries-old protagonist with a dog companion, and steady pace over atmosphere will find it satisfying.
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