An exciting way into the Greek myths. Simon has a talent for writing stories with real child appealFINANCIAL TIMES
Tony Ross' illustrations are brilliant as ever, and the overall sense of fun may be the catalyst needed to draw children into the glory that was mythical GreeceSCHOOL LIBRARIAN
This is told with flamboyant characterisation and the hair-raising tales offer an exciting introduction to the world of Greek mythologyJUNIOR MAGAZINE
If this version of the Greek myths doesn't win over your child, nothing ever willTELEGRAPH
I have never known much about the Greeks, or their Gods, but this book has enlightened me. The illustrations by Tony Ross bring the text to life as well as Francesca Simon's excellent choice of words...A wonderful bookEVENING PRESS (York)