GREEK MYTHOLOGY
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The Story of Aphrodite and Hephaestus by TD1265
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Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, was born from the sea foam and became the epitome of divine beauty. Despite her allure, she was married to Hephaestus, the god of fire and craftsmanship, by the will of the gods. Hephaestus, though a brilliant artisan, was physically flawed, and he deeply loved Aphrodite, hoping that their union would bring happiness. However, Aphrodite, though respectful, did not love her husband and remained distant. Aphrodite's heart, instead, belonged to Arès, the god of war. Their passionate, secret affair flourished in the shadows of Olympus, with Aphrodite unable to resist Arès' bold and fiery nature, which contrasted with Hephaestus's more reserved demeanor. Hephaestus, sensing the growing distance between them, eventually grew suspicious. He noticed Aphrodite's increasing absence and her coldness toward him. Convinced that something was wrong, Hephaestus forged a plan to expose the affair. Using his unparalleled skill, he created an invisible but unbreakable golden net, which he secretly placed in their bed. One night, Aphrodite and Arès met again in secret, only to fall into Hephaestus's trap. They were caught in the golden net, unable to escape, and their affair was publicly exposed to the gods. The gods, amused by the scandal, mocked Aphrodite and Arès, while Hephaestus, though victorious in his revenge, felt no satisfaction. His heart was broken, and he retreated into his forge to continue his work, still in love with the goddess who had betrayed him. In the end, the story serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities of love, betrayal, and the consequences of desires, even among the immortal gods of Olympus. Despite their fallouts, Aphrodite remained the goddess of love, and Hephaestus continued his crafting, their destinies forever intertwined by the same forces of passion and heartache that shaped their world.
The Love Family: Short stories of Ares and Aphrodite's Family by Gr0v3e
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Short stories about my interpretation of the Greek mythology family, Ares, and Aphrodite. Here you will see their small glimpses of their lives and their past. Join Ares, Aphrodite, Eros, Deimos, Phobos, Harmonia, Adrestia, and Anteros. A big family with an even bigger story to tell. ⚛︎
Teras: Eros and Psyche (Ongoing) by L_N_Willis
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Is he man, god...or monster? Psyche isn't so sure. When she was declared the most beautiful woman on Earth, she thought it would lead to a life of happiness, not a world with a hooded, winged creature. He's gentle and kind, but he won't show his face. It scares her and excites her. Little does she know, Eros, the God of Love hides under the hood. After defying a vengeful Aphrodite's orders, he takes Psyche as his wife. He soon find himself caught between two worlds. In this very, VERY loose adaptation of the story of Eros and Psyche, the clever god and his brother Anteros work to keep Eros' secret.
Psyche's Trials by DominiqueWren
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The story of Eros and Psyche
اساطير اوليمبوس by Shahdadly_
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قبل أن تُكتب الكتب، وقبل أن تُرسم الخرائط، كان الإغريق يروون حكايات تُخيف البشر. في زمنٍ لا يُفرق بين الواقع والخيال، وُلدت أساطير تقف عندها العقول مشدوهة: زيوس بصواعقه، وأثينا بحكمتها، وبوسيدون ببحاره الغاضبة... عالم تعجّ فيه الوحوش، وتتشابك فيه مصائر البشر . هذا الكتاب ليس مجرد سرد للأساطير... بل هو بوابة لعالمٍ غامض، حيث ينتقم القدر، وتُختبر الشجاعة، وتُكسر القواعد. هل تجرؤ على دخول أوليمبوس؟ هل ستخوض الحروب الطروادية، وتبحر مع أوديسيوس، وتفك شيفرة نبوءات دلفي؟ افتح الصفحات، واترك الواقع خلفك... فالأسطورة بدأت الآن. إذا كنت تحب هذه القصص، استمتع بها كأدب خيالي، لكن دائمًا ميز بين الخيال والعقيدة.
Psyche and Eros by Teah09
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Psyche's beauty has gained her great popularity in the worst way possible, leaving her at the mercy of Aphrodite, a vengeful Goddess that doesn't wish to be rivaled. With no prospects for marriage, her parents listen to an oracle and leave her on a hillside, doomed to be greeted by the monster meant to be her husband. Instead, she is greeted not by what she expected, but an unseen man, Eros, the God of love. He is ready to offer her a magical marriage, but it comes with a few conditions to hide her at all costs...and himself. Written mostly in the point of view of Psyche. Here is her full journey of fighting for the love of her life she didn't even know she wanted. *Read "The Wrath of Aphrodite", sequel to "The Love of Aprhodite," for Aphrodite's point of view.
The Six Olympians by ashregbo_
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FOR SALE ON AMAZON!! What if Kronos hadn't swallowed his kids, and had them banished to Earth instead? Follow along the story of Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, Aphrodite, Hera and Hestia after they are dumped into the Earth as humans, and left to fend on their own for years. At their 16th birthday, their prophecy and destiny is made known to them, and they are sent off into a mythical and dangerous journey to overthrow their father. Six gods. One Titan. One epic battle. Book 1 in The Six Olympians Series.
Sunlit Shadows | Apollo by -0_0-HelloThere-0_0-
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"Alright, Apollo, if you're really the god of prophecy and light, then how about a little help here?" ✧・゚: ✧・゚: IN WHICH Lyra, who always believed she was destined for a simple life, unseen by others is suddenly noticed by a god and ever since, her life is catapulted into a whirlwind of ancient gods, hidden powers, and a destiny she never imagined [Apollo x OC] [Book 1 in Shadowed Love Series] [Blood of Zeus, Season 1-2] [ON HOLD until season 3 is released] [Disclaimer: I don't own any of the characters or plotlines. I only own my original characters and any original scenes and dialogue I have written]
Ares by Author_K_
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In a world where the whispers of the gods can be heard by those who truly listen, a young woman named Elara finds herself trapped in a cycle of unrequited love. Every morning and night, she offers heartfelt prayers to Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love, yearning for her destined soulmate. But when her pleas grow too frequent and too desperate, the enchanting goddess becomes exasperated with Elara's relentless requests. In a twist of fate, Aphrodite decides to grant Elara's wish-but not in the way she expects. She summons Ares, the formidable God of War, whose tumultuous past with Aphrodite is shrouded in mystery and passion. Ares is a warrior of unmatched strength and intensity, embodying everything Elara thought she wanted, yet his presence brings with it a whirlwind of chaos and conflict. As Elara grapples with the challenge of winning Ares's heart before time runs out, she discovers that love is not merely a fairytale; it's a battleground filled with trials, tribulations, and unexpected truths. With the clock ticking and the gods watching closely, Elara must navigate her feelings for the brooding god while uncovering the depth of her own strength and desires. Will she find a way to connect with Ares, or will their divine differences prove insurmountable? In this enchanting reimagining of Greek mythology, Elara learns that love is as fierce and unpredictable as the gods themselves, and sometimes, the heart's true calling comes from the most unexpected places.
Eros by ElizabethMueller
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The merciless goddess of love Aphrodite has set her son up for failure when she sends him into modern-day times to find a girl who would spite him. Only then can he return to his home, Mount Olympus. But who can resist a tall, muscular, blond and blue-eyed, not to mention gorgeous, god of love? It isn't easy for Eros to find a girl who would love to hate him. Until he meets Angie, an average girl with average looks with a below average social circle. Angie just wants to get by life unnoticed, but her world becomes topsy-turvy the moment she meets the devastating Grecian god of love. It isn't until much too late that she discovers his true identity and now must set out to find him. A romantic tale that tests the heart to love, trust and attain self-discovery.