The Things Gods Break - Abigail Owen

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The gods want her dead...Hades will bury them.

You’d think I’d have learned by now:
Don’t mouth off to deities.
Don’t fall for the King of the Underworld.
And definitely don’t get dragged into a divine death match where I’m the cursed mortal prize.

But here I am—trapped in Tartarus, humanity’s worst pit stop, squaring off against monsters who make the gods look merciful. Titans, twisted by centuries of rage and ruin, are sealed behind seven ancient locks.

And guess what?

I'm the key.

To escape, I’ll have to survive every horrifying trial they throw at me.

To win, I might have to become something the gods never saw coming.

Oh, and Hades?

He's about to break every rule the gods ever wrote.

Because to save me...the god of death will burn the world.

But if I break free? So do the Titans.

And the world won’t just suffer—it'll beg for the end.

The Crucible series is best enjoyed in order.
Reading Order:
Book #1 The Games Gods Play
Book #2 The Things Gods Break

"Lyra’s cynical quips continue to make her an engaging protagonist. Her inner monologues are balanced with hope, love, and longing for Hades as she meets various versions of him. While resilient, Owen’s heroine is also vulnerable (“Was I his pawn in more ways than I ever realized?”). [...] An engrossing, action-packed sequel with a compelling cast. –Kirkus Reviews

“A stunning and unique fantasy laced with intrigue, adventure and a delicious romance. This story is my latest obsession.” ―USA Today bestselling author, Devney Perry on The Games Gods Play

“Yes yes yes yes. And I’m ruined. I thought the first book was good ….. no no no. This one is an all time favorite. Absolutely telling everyone about this.”

“What an incredible follow up to The Games Gods Play!! I literally dropped everything to start reading this. [...] With tons of action and moving parts, the book still left room to breathe with moments of tenderness, humour and heartbreak. A total gem.”

“I’ve been looking for a book to emotionally destroy me, and this one totally did in the best of ways.”

“[T]he things the Gods are breaking, Ms. Abigail Owen, are your readers. Broken. This book is a freaking rollercoaster, and the hits just keep on coming. I'm just going to go cry in a corner until we get book three.”

“This series will have you on the edge of your seat. The trials, the monsters, Lyra's relationship with Hades, not to mention the angst, the relationships that form, the love, the heartbreak...I cannot recommend this series enough! I cannot wait for the next book!”

“6 stars for sure (really infinite stars) this book was so good! I didn't think it could possibly get better than the first book but A. Owen proved me wrong. I was absolutely in a chokehold by this book.”

“Don’t miss this highly anticipated sequel to The Games Gods Play! I absolutely loved the twists and turns that Lyra faces.”

“This series will have you on the edge of your seat. The trials, the monsters, Lyra's relationship with Hades, not to mention the angst, the relationships that form, the love, the heartbreak...I cannot recommend this series enough! I cannot wait for the next book!”

“I loved how threads from book 1 continue to be woven throughout. But Ms. Owen and I need to have a chat about this cliffhanger!”

“I was captivated by page one, she created a story that was equally action packed as it was emotionally driven. [...] This book needs to be on the top of your TBR pile and preorder list! [...] I wish I could rate this book higher than five stars because this is GOD TIER WRITING!!!”

“I just ate it up! I think this is my first 5 star read of 2025 and I can’t wait for book 3!”

“Ugh if I could reread this again already!!!!!!! Absolutely mind blowing which I knew it would be since I loved book 1. That ending!!!!! I can’t get over how amazing Abigail’s writing is, it’s so easy to follow but the world she makes is just so fantastic and mystical!”

“I was on the edge of my seat this whole book!!!! I loved the trials, the tribulations, the mystery, the YEARNING --literally everything! The twists Abigail Owen puts on classic Greek mythology made this such a fun ride but the 4th from last sentence in the epilogue has me NEEDING BOOK 3 ASAP!!”

“With so many secrets and nothing being as it seems, who can Lyra trust to help her escape Tartarus? Captivating right from the start! I laughed. I cried. I swooned. I had to pick my jaw up off the floor a few times. This book took me on a wild ride, [...] I did not want to get off! Abigail Owen’s writing is so addictive, and I cannot wait for book 3!!”

“I DEVOURED this book. It was absolutely phenomenal. I did not expect to cry, but Owen tore out my heart (before lovingly trying to piece it back together). [...] I highly recommend starting this series if you're looking for a tale filled with action, high stakes, romance, twists and turns, and emotionally tense moments.”

“I wish I could rate this book higher than five stars because this is GOD TIER WRITING!!!”

“I could not stop reading this book!! It consumed my entire weekend, and I loved every second of it!!! This book was addictive with a fast-paced plot, and I needed to know what happened next!!”

“This is now one of my top 5 series and I would give it more than 5 stars if I could. I can’t wait for the next book!!!”

“This book consumed me! I was hooked from the beginning and just couldn't put it down. I loved it so much! [...] This one is officially my favorite of the series! [...] If you like Greek mythology and epic adventure mixed with romance this book is for you. I highly recommend it!”

“Abigail Owen[‘s] [...] stories are truly the best kind that transform your heart into something better and make you see that the world around you is more then you ever realized. Don't miss out on this amazing series that is a true treasure and heaven in the palm of your hands!”

“This had the same fun, action-packed, and humorous moments as the first book and love that Lyra hasn't lost her sass and big mouth. [...] Looking forward to book 3!”

“Yes yes yes yes. And I’m ruined. I thought the first book was good ….. no no no. This one is an all time favorite. Absolutely telling everyone about this.”

“Do you like crying? Abigail Owens is the goddess of tears. [...] I have just one thing to say.... WHERE IS BOOK 3?!?!?!”

“I have so much to say about this book, and I can talk all day about it. This was the book I was looking forward to reading the most this year. [...] This has become one of my favorite series of all time.”

“Abigail has done it again!”

“If you loved Time Travelers Wife and Percy Jackson then this [book] is about to take you on another thrilling ride. [...] This story is a slow burn on-the-edge-of-your-seat adventure and should not be missed. [...] Abigail Owen once again you've made my heart race, swoon, and yearn for more.”

“I was absolutely feeling all the feelings reading this one, but I loved it so much! [...] I can not wait for book 3!!!”