It's the second book I'm reading by Heather Lyons and I enjoyed it as much as the first one! While The Collectors' Society is a modern retelling of Alice in Wonderland, The Deep End of the Sea is about Greek gods and the "monster" Medusa. "I am a monster. The worst kind of monster. The kind that people have told stories about for thousands of years. The kind that daredevils seek out, even though many believe I'm nothing more than a myth." My favorite parts of this book were definitely the beginning and the end. To read about Medusa and how she became a hideous creature that could kill with only its eyes was fascinating! She was one of Athena's handmaiden but after Poseidon, who she considered a friend, raped her the goddess of wisdom cursed her and sent her to an island she couldn't escape from. It's just ... she's not really a monster. She's quite the opposite - kind, gentle, loving, strong-willed but because of her past also unsure of herself and full of remorse. In 2000 years she killed thirty-six people by accident. She never meant to hurt anyone ... I love how Heather Lyons breathes life into her characters and gives them each a different personality. It's not only Medusa but also Hades, Persephone and all the others. Every god/goddess is unique and highly entertaining but one stood out because ... oh well, he's swoon-worthy and absolutely gorgeous - Hermes. He's loyal, protective, caring and so, so charming. He simply melts my heart ... just thinking about him makes me blush. All those beautiful words he said to Dusa. *sigh* "When we fall in love, it’s forever love. Even if you decide one day that you do not love me anymore, I will still always feel this way for you." I think I've never read a book about greek mythology and maybe I expected it to be a little more detailed and not so modern but it definitely was interesting. The modern twist was quite refreshing although at times it seemed a bit comical but that never disturbed me. Even if there wouldn't have been greek elements it still would have been a really, really good contemporary romance. Overall it was an amazing book! Heather Lyons didn't disappoint me, her characters are beautifully written and there were lots of sweet and funny moments that will warm your heart! If you enjoy great characters, a bit of greek mythology - but don't take it too seriously - and an awesome ending I'd definitely recommend this book to you! www.aworldbetweenfoldedpages.blogspot.com