Well, 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians' series is quite well - known. It brings Greek mythology to life in a contemporary world, following the adventures of Percy Jackson, a demigod. Then there's 'The Mists of Avalon' which is based on Arthurian legend and Celtic mythology, presenting a different perspective on the Arthurian tales. Also, 'Good Omens' co - written by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett has elements of various mythologies and is a really fun read.
A very interesting mythological fiction novel is 'The Inheritance Cycle' by Christopher Paolini. It has elements of dragon lore and magic, which can be related to certain mythologies. 'The Kane Chronicles' series by Rick Riordan is also good, dealing with Egyptian mythology. It's full of action and adventure as the characters interact with Egyptian gods and monsters. And 'The Dark Tower' series by Stephen King has some mythological undertones, although it's a bit more complex and multi - faceted.
One popular one is 'The Iliad' which is full of Greek mythology and heroic tales. It tells the story of the Trojan War and the great heroes involved.
One popular mythological fiction story is 'American Gods' by Neil Gaiman. It weaves together various mythologies in a modern - day setting. Another is 'Circe' by Madeline Miller, which retells the story of the witch Circe from Greek mythology in a very engaging way. And 'The Song of Achilles' also by Madeline Miller, which gives a new perspective on the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus in Greek myth.
One popular one is 'A Court of Thorns and Roses'. It combines elements of Celtic mythology with a passionate romance. The story follows Feyre, a human girl, who gets drawn into the faerie world and falls in love with a faerie lord. Another is 'The Song of Achilles', which is based on Greek mythology and tells the story of the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus in a very romantic and poignant way. And 'Circe' also stands out. It retells the story of the Greek mythological figure Circe and her experiences with love and power.
One popular one is 'The Lord of the Rings' by J.R.R. Tolkien. It's full of mythological elements like elves, dwarves, and wizards. Another is 'American Gods' by Neil Gaiman, which weaves together various mythologies in a modern - day setting. And 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis also has a rich mythological backdrop with talking animals and magical lands.
One example could be 'A Touch of Darkness' which combines Greek mythology with a rather steamy romance. It features Hades and Persephone in a modern - day retelling that has elements of that 'trashy' but fun romance style.
Whether it was mythological novels or modern novels, they all had their own unique charm and value to attract the attention and love of readers. But in terms of popularity, modern novels are probably more widely read and loved, especially among young people. Modern novels usually had more twists and turns in the plot, deep character descriptions, rich content, and other characteristics that could arouse the reader's resonance and thinking. On the other hand, mythological novels were known for their unique narrative style and imagination, which could bring visual and psychological shock to the readers. Of course, this does not mean that there is an absolute difference in the value of modern novels and mythological novels. They each have their own unique charm and value. The readers can choose the literary works that suit them according to their own preferences and needs.
One of the best is 'American Gods' by Neil Gaiman. It weaves together various mythologies in a modern - day setting. The story follows Shadow, an ex - convict, as he gets caught up in a war between the old gods and the new gods. Gaiman's vivid descriptions and unique take on different mythologies make it a must - read.
Some kids like the story of 'Cupid and Psyche'. Cupid, the god of love, fell in love with Psyche. But there were many trials and tribulations she had to go through to be with him. 'Apollo and Daphne' is another. Apollo chased Daphne, a nymph, but she was turned into a laurel tree to escape him. Also, 'The Story of Prometheus' is quite interesting. Prometheus stole fire from the gods and gave it to humans, for which he was punished severely by Zeus.
There are quite a few. For instance, 'Anastasia' is somewhat of a mythologized version of the story of the last Russian princess. It has elements of magic and mystery that are common in mythological stories. 'The Secret of Kells' is an animated film that delves into Irish mythology. It showcases the beauty and magic of Celtic art and stories. And 'How to Train Your Dragon' has a world filled with mythological - like dragons and Viking mythology, which makes it an interesting animated mythological story.
One of the most popular is 'The Hobbit' by J.R.R. Tolkien. It has elements of myth and legend within its fantasy world, with dwarves, elves and a dragon. It's a classic that has been loved for generations.