About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling the pressure of tradition or expectations and needs a humorous, empowering nudge to be themselves. This fractured Greek myth follows Atalanta, a girl who refuses to be a prize to be won and insists on setting her own terms for her life and her footraces. It is an excellent choice for kids who enjoy sarcasm and are beginning to question authority or established rules. Narrated by a surprisingly relatable Hades, the story deconstructs the classic myth to reveal a more modern message about independence and girl power. While the setting is mythological, the dialogue and problems feel like a middle school hallway, making it accessible for ages 8 to 12. Parents will appreciate the way it encourages children to think critically about the stories they are told and to stand up for their own truth.
