Wicked Beauty
by Katee Robert
Dark Olympus
In Olympus, where the old god names are titles that can be won, the role of Ares opens to anyone strong enough to claim it. Achilles Kallis, who grew up with nothing, enters the competition with his partner Patroclus Fotos to double their chances. Neither expects Helen Kasios, whom Zeus intends to award as part of the prize, to enter the contest herself to take control of her own future. BookPage calls it a feminist reimagining of Helen, Achilles and Patroclus in which the three become a romantic trio as the contest grows more dangerous.
About This Book
Wicked Beauty is a fantasy romance novel by Katee Robert, first published in 2022 by Sourcebooks Casablanca. It is part of the Dark Olympus series and runs 400 pages.
At a glance
- Genre
- Fantasy
- Length
- 400 pages
- Format
- Paperback
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Why You May Love This Book
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- In a reimagined Olympus where god-titles are won through competition, three rivals are forced into a dangerous romantic trio.
- Features Love Triangle
- Polyamorous trio dynamics
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Polyamorous
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: Competitive
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
High tension.
Heat Level
Heat information not available.
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
In the world of Dark Olympus, the mantle of a god is a title earned through trial. Achilles Kallis, a man of humble beginnings, joins the competition alongside his partner, Patroclus Fotos, hoping to increase their odds of victory. However, their plans are derailed by Helen Kasios—a prize intended for the victor—who enters the contest herself. As the competition turns lethal, the dynamic between Achilles, Patroclus, and Helen shifts into an intense and unexpected romantic entanglement.
Central Conflict
The struggle for power and the title of Ares, complicated by the forced competitive proximity and subsequent romantic involvement of the three protagonists.
Setting
A reimagined Olympus where ancient god names are competitive titles.
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
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- Last reviewed:
- October 4, 2026
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About the Author
Katee Robert
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Sourcebooks Casablanca
- Format
- Paperback
- Length
- 400 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9781728231792
Wicked Beauty: quick answers
- Who wrote Wicked Beauty?
- Wicked Beauty was written by Katee Robert.
- When was Wicked Beauty published?
- Wicked Beauty was first published in 2022 by Sourcebooks Casablanca.
- What genre is Wicked Beauty?
- Wicked Beauty is a fantasy romance novel.
- How many pages is Wicked Beauty?
- Wicked Beauty is 400 pages long (Paperback).
- Is Wicked Beauty part of a series?
- Yes — it is part of the Dark Olympus series.
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