Pitchfork (Pomegranate #2) by Nicole Scarano

Pitchfork (Pomegranate #2) Reviews

• 
  Maria Dimitrova

  The first book was amazing. This one, not so much. It's not bad and it had its great moments but I found the second part too repetitive for my taste. The constant failed ambushes quickly grew tiresome. The start was also a bit jarring as there was a time jump from the previous book to this one. And honesty I think if we had seen some of Alkaios' struggles with godhood and how Zeus finally accepted his defeat over Hades, well that would have made for a better second installment. Don't get me wrong, I liked the Old Ones' connection to Hades and learning more about the Underworlds origin. I just could have done with less of the accompanying senseless fights. And I really would have liked to see the immediate aftermath of Hades transferring her powers to Alkaios. Pitchfork was not a bad book and I'm glad I read it but would probably never re-read it while I would definitely re-read Pomegranate.
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  Shanna Swenson

  Clash of the Titans meets 300 in this epic and bone-jarring sequel to the incredible Pomegranate.
  
  Olympus and the Underworld have been rattled by a prophesy from the oracle of Delphi, “The first have come and they seek the last.” With this one sentence everything will change for the Olympians, and even hell--nor Hades, Zeus or Alkaios--isn’t prepared for what comes next.
  
  Evil is coming for Mount Olympus and the gods, it will not stop and there’s nowhere to hide, and it looks like even the mighty Hades may be doomed by an ancient horde none have ever seen the likes of.
  
  This book was intense, action-packed, and a true page-turner as I literally held my breath for what was coming next. Hades has never shined so bright, and I simply loved her fortitude, grace and raw power.
  
  I loved how Alkaios embraced his own power and position in this book, how the gods united, and how plot and backstories were twisted to include myths and legends we Greek mythology lovers have all heard of and been spellbound by for centuries now.
  
  If you're a lover of Greek mythology, unexpected twists, and bloody battles of epic proportion then this book will have you unable to set it down…trust me, I know! ;-) I absolutely loved this book!
  
  Another winner for Nicole Scarano. I’m eager to read the next book in this series and don’t want it to ever end…in fact, I think I may have to read Pomegranate over again... Yup, catch y’all later.
  
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  Kaity ♡

  Wow, this was so bloody good - pun intended. Hades returns in this story to discover a grim secret about who she really is and this leads to an unleashing of an ancient power and monsters that the gods of Olympus are not prepared for…
  
  I loved this book. It was full of intense action - gods vs. monsters, carnage, lots of blood (too much honestly but I dealt with it lol), and battles! I loved that all the gods had major roles to play in this book; seeing them all battle it out together was so badass. This all made me stressed though, so many characters came close to dying multiple times that I was zooming through to see what would happen next! I was not disappointed. The ending was very ambiguous, so I am very intrigued what happens with Hades and Alkaios in the next book, ‘Pandora’. If you love Greek Mythology and a fast book full of ‘Wrath of the Titans’-esque action, this series is for you! ⚔️🖤🏺
• 
  Jennifer Soucy

  Queen Hades is back!
  
  I loved Pomegranate, a story which took one of my favorite Greek myths and reimagined it. Hades, Ruler of the Underworld, is a badass goddess - yes! A woman, exiled by her former lover, who becomes a legend. See the Underworld and its denizens close up, fall in love with the drama and grandeur of Greek mythology all over again.
  
  (Minor spoilers**)
  
  In Pitchfork, the battle with Olympus is done. Hades and Alkaios adjust to their new roles and shared rule in their Underworld realm. That's enough to deal with, right? But fate adds more...a chilling plot unfolds as the Oracle of Delphi has one whopper of a vision. Something worse than Hell or Death is coming for them all. But after the upheavals and battles of the previous book, will the Olympians work with Hades and Alkaios? Prepare for a Clash that dwarfs any conflict from the ancient world, a true nightmare come to life.
  
  This is a bigger story with heightened stakes. More characters from classic Greek myth are introduced, both friend and foe (some in-between). Intense battles and terrifying monsters will haunt you long after the tale is done. Seriously, there's a few scenes that were straight from a horror novel ( which I LOVED!).
  
  Brace yourselves - Scarano creates a vivid world with complex characters, familiar to an extent but ultimately unique. This series is a must-read for fans of Greek mythology, including retellings similar to Madeleine Miller's Circe. An awesome ride and I can't wait for the next tale!
• 
  Kayla McGrath

  I freaking loved PITCHFORK so much.
  
  Nicole Scarano wove a fantastic tale upon the Hades and Persephone myth that only enhanced both the first book and myth itself. I loved the direction she took and the writing was very well done. There were moments my heart was racing and others where it stopped dead and I truly feared for these characters. To make a reader feel the emotional rollercoaster that I did is a great accomplishment. I’m so excited for what Nicole has next.
• 
  Tara Tierney

  A worthy sequel to Nicole Scarano’s thrilling debut novel Pomegranate.
  
  Pitchfork is a fast-paced, action-packed tale about a mysterious prophecy, dark origins, and even darker destinies.
  
  I thoroughly enjoyed this book but I won’t say too much in this review because it’s best you experience Hades’ journey for yourself.
  
  One of my favorite aspects of this book was Hades’ found family. All of the friends Hades made in Pomegranate stick by her side and support her through the trials she faces in Pitchfork. It was comforting to know Hades could always depend on her loyal companions to help her face the challenges that laid ahead.
  
  Unsurprisingly, Alkaios was also one of my favorite aspects of this book. He’s a great character and love interest. I enjoyed watching him grow into his power and become a god and king in his own right. Hades and Alkaios have great chemistry and it’s easy to root for them as a couple because of how supportive they are of one another.
  
  If you enjoy non-stop action, epic battles, and unique takes on Greek mythology, I recommend picking this book up as soon as possible.
• 
  Nellie Neves

  In a word: Epic
  
  I enjoyed Pomegranate so much, and I wondered if there was more story to tell. I was so wrong. The author took characters to new depths and created a whole new world
  That I never could have imagined. I read the book in record time, hardly able to pause, even stealing a chapter or two in the middle of the night. The author has such a talent for words. Her vocabulary has a way of pulling the reader in and building the world in surround sound. I had to pause to catch my breath it felt so real. Throughly spellbinding. I also love the way she retells parts of mythology in such a relatable manner. I learned new things but then it also caught me by surprise what she did with certain characters. I wish I could say more, but I don’t want to spoil anything. Everyone needs to read this and then we can all talk about it freely! I highly recommend not only this book, but this author as well.
• 
  J.D. Park

  Where to begin...The highly anticipated sequel to Pomegranate was everything I hope for and MORE!
  
  The story picks up a few years after book one and jumps right into all things Hades and Alkaios.
  
  Once again, the author, Nicole Scarano, has created a world we have all heard stories about, but she makes it new and exciting and so much more than you've ever known before.
  
  Pitchfork had my attention from the beginning, and I found it very hard to put down as the action, suspense, and my need to know to keep me reading long into the night.
  
  While this book is different from the first, I feel it followed a very natural progression for the story as well as showcasing the incredible talent Ms. Scarano has for world creating. She seamlessly weaves characters we've met with new myths and legends in a way I know must have taken months to develop.
  
  I can't wait to read the next book in this series as well as her next standalone apart from this series.
  
• 
  Kirstin Mcfarland

  I was not ready
  
  This book was an adventure and a half. If you think that Nicole can’t take it to the next level, you’re wrong. This book has everything. Love, life and of course, a little bit of hell. 😉
  Hades takes us on a new course while trying to deal with the effects of the last book, and as always, nothing goes right.
  Normally, I know where a book is going, but the turns and twists that are added kept me on my toes and drawn in. The Greek mythology is amazing and her twists to it are perfect.
  
  Just read it.
• 
  Chesney Infalt

  Hades is Back!
  
  This book was intense (in a good way) from the beginning. After reading the first, you can see how much the author has improved. I look forward to more books from her!
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  Heather Dupont

  Oh my goodness! This was such an incredible sequel! From the moment I started reading it, I NEEDED to know more, and that feeling never went away. This book truly shook me to my core. I felt happiness, I felt hopeless, I felt camaraderie and I felt the treachery. It was so good! I cannot wait to read the next book in the series. 5/5 for me.
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  Gatlyn Turpin

  Filing this under DNF- Did not finish. I wanted it to be good, I wanted it to be better than book 1, but it honestly just bored me. I don't like books where the main characters have no agency and there is zero characterization. I want to be able to connect with the characters and understand who they are, but that just wasn't possible in this book.
• 
  Donna

  A bloody second instalment
  
  A bloody second instalment in the story, full of death and destruction, hope and perserverence. An interesting take on the stories of the gods and monsters of Greek myths and legends.
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  Chev

  What a ride
  
  This book. Oh my gods. It took me for a very emotional ride. I can't wait for the next book to come out because I want to continue reading about Hades and her journey.
• 
  Ayden Perry

  RTC!
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  Jenna Lopez

  Good
  
  A retelling of hades like no other I enjoyed the story line and the different myth that the author included
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  Angela

  4 Stars
  
  Pitchfork (Pomegranate #2) by Nicole Scarano.....
  
  Full review to come soon.....
• 
  Sheena

  I enjoyed this 2nd novel much more then the first. Hades character is even more developed leading to more interest in her story line.
• 
  Peachi

  DNF
• 
  Aragon

  This was an amazing, underrated gem. I read this series because I accidentally bought it instead of Promises and Pomegranates. So I bought the whole series and it was AMAZING. 12/10