The Gospel of Loki by Joanne Harris — Retells Norse mythology from Loki's perspective with wit, irreverence, and deep knowledge of the source material.
American Gods by Neil Gaiman — Gaiman's original novel exploring mythology in modern contexts with similar atmospheric prose and fascination with ancient beliefs.
Mythology by Edith Hamilton — Classic accessible introduction to ancient myths, covering Greek and Roman stories with clear, engaging prose for general readers.
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller — Retells classical mythology with lyrical prose, making ancient stories emotionally resonant for contemporary audiences.