by: Tracy Wolff
Series: The Aftermyth
Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy/Greek Mythology
Release Date: February 3, 2026
Publisher: Aladdin
In a world ruled by the tenets of Greek mythology, one girl’s fate is more than it appears in the first book in a new dark academia fantasy middle grade series from #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Crave series Tracy Wolff.
What’s your myth?
Penelope Weaver has spent her whole life preparing to attend Anaximander’s Academy, where students learn how to bring to life the stories of Greek mythology as well as discover the Greek god whose principles they most embody. Penelope knows she’s an Athena—all smart, practical, and rule-following girls who take part in stories that matter are Athenas.
But when Penelope and her twin brother Paris arrive at Anaximander’s, it appears fate has other plans. Penelope isn’t placed with Athena but with students who are anything but practical and who prefer parties to rules. And that’s just the beginning. She’s given the world’s worst muse, her assigned tasks feel impossible, and the magic of Anaximander’s is overwhelming. Not to mention, there are two very different boys making her new life even more confusing.
But as things go from bad to dangerously worse, one thing becomes clear: in a world where everything is fated to happen a certain way, some stories need to be rewritten. As the world around her shifts and cracks, Penelope is asked to forget everything she thought she knew to help create a better story…even if that changes every plan and breaks every rule.
In The Aftermyth, thirteen-year-old Penelope “Ellie” Weaver is beyond excited to attend Anaximander's Academy with her twin brother, Paris. After all, it’s a family legacy to attend the boarding school and become a member of Athena Hall.
However, a series of strange and unfortunate events quickly turns her excitement into what she considers the worst day of her life. She encounters snakes, gets lost in the woods, is soaked by a waterfall, and on top of all that, is selected for Aphrodite Hall, which is as different as night and day from Athena Hall.
At Aphrodite Hall, Ellie discovers that things are not always as they appear. While strange and unexplainable events continue to happen around her, Ellie gains so much more than she ever expected: true friendship, acceptance of those different from her, understanding of what it means to help someone just because she can, learning to embrace the unexpected, and making the most of what is given to her.
I loved The Aftermyth, with its enduring cast of characters and fun, teachable moments. I found myself not wanting it to end and immediately wishing for the next book. Ellie and her friends were great characters who have found a place in my heart. This is a story of friendship, found family, taking chances, and believing in yourself. The Aftermyth is the start of a series I am sure will become one of my new favorites.
~ Favorite Quotes ~
“Everybody has a secret.”
“Sometimes the goal isn’t really the point. Sometimes it’s how you get there that’s important.”
“How do you know what’s important until you look at everything?”
“Just because something doesn’t work out the way you think it should doesn’t mean it’s a waste of time.”
“Sometimes the gods work in weird ways. And sometimes it’s the journey they’re using to teach you something–not the destination.”
“Think of how many cool things you miss if you never stop to look.”
“Sometimes it’s okay to just have fun.”
**Received an ARC from the publisher and voluntarily reviewed it. Also personally purchased a hardcover copy.**
Rating: 5
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