Lore Olympus

Lore Olympus is a modern retelling of the myth of Hades and Persephone, reimagined as a lush, contemporary romance set in a vibrant, webcomic-inspired visual style. Originally a smash-hit digital series, it was collected in print by Penguin Random House beginning in 2021, with the first volume introducing readers to the gods of Olympus navigating love, trauma, and power in a dazzling, color-saturated world. The series is most associated with creator Rachel Smythe, whose distinctive art and empathetic character work have made it a defining work of the 2020s comics landscape. Its significance lies in its massive, crossover audience, bridging traditional comics readers with new fans through its accessible, emotionally resonant storytelling.