Featured in The Sunday Times' best children's books
inspired by Greek myths.
Hercules Braver has a secret: he's a real-life demigod!
So, why does he seem so... ordinary?
Most children of Zeus have some kind of superskill - like bravery,
warrior skills or healing powers. Well, thanks to a wild boar
(long story), Herc and his friends are off on a school trip to
Greece. He's bound to discover his gift there - and even meet more
of the gods!
But after ending up neck-deep in horse poo, almost falling down
a mountain and facing a fierce flock of ravens, this trip feels
more like an epic voyage...
What's really going on with the mysterious gods, Athena, Apollo
and Ares? And will Hercules discover what makes him special?
Following up on Hercules: the Diary of a (Sort of)
Hero, this is a hilarious, accessible package brilliantly
illustrated by David O'Connell.
Ideal for fans of Louie Stowell's Loki, Maz Evans, Marvel's
Thor films and Disney's Hercules.
Hercules Braver's adventures in this book are loosely
based on the next three Labours of Hercules, ideal for all young
fans of Greek mythology!
Heartfelt exploration of friendship, secret struggles
and discovering your strengths and talents, even if they're unexpected.
Book 1 was a Waterstones Children's Book of the Month
Praise for the first Hercules book
"With a generous smattering of Greek mythology, this laugh-out-loud
tale explores the nature of friendship, love and loyalty
with a perfect mix of humour and tenderness." BookTrust
"A brilliant, accessible and VERY funny book" -
Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G.
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David O'Connell is a writer and illustrator living in London, UK. His favourite things to draw are monsters, naughty children (another type of monster), batty old ladies and evil cats!
He loves comics too, and has had work published in anthologies such as Birdsong, Solipsistic Pop, Paper Science and Accent UK. David is also the editor of ink+PAPE
