A interesting retelling of the Cupid and Psyche myth where Cupid is actually a pimply faced teenager god going through his awkward stage. I didn't like this one as much as the previous books - mainly because the Furies didn't make a very big appearance and I wasn't all that fond of Cupid or Psyche - but I like the lighthearted narration and the masterful way McMullan weaves in modern references. I liked the use of the nursery rhymes in her tasks - The Ants Go Marching and “‘Baa-baa Rambow, have you any wool?’ ‘Yes, Psyche! Yes, Psyche! Three bags full.’ ‘May I snip some wool, sir?’ the hopeful Psyche asked. ‘To give Aphrodite and so complete this task?’”

McMullan, Kate. Nice Shot, Cupid! (Myth-O-Mania Book 4) (p. 128). Capstone Press. Kindle Edition. I laughed out loud at this line;

“Oh, Tartarus!” (that’s old Greek speak for %#!@) I exclaimed.

McMullan, Kate. Nice Shot, Cupid! (Myth-O-Mania Book 4) (p. 34). Capstone Press. Kindle Edition.

4 stars for target audience, 3 for me. ( )

This book is in the point of view of Hades where he goes along with Cupid. The story goes along the road of Cupid to gain confidence. Cupid is like a teenage boy with the braces and pimples, like a boy hitting puberty. But Cupid falls in love with a beautiful mortal princess that Cupid is in love with. But Cupid is scared of what Psyche will think of him because Cupid thinks Psyche will not find him "attractive" . So instead if letting Psyche let her look at him they kidnap her and do not maker her look at him. So Cupid can now court Psyche without her seeing him.This story goes along the Journey of Hades making Cupid more confidence with himself. And to get a happily ever after for Psyche and Cupid.

I really enjoyed this book because its helping Cupid build up confidence with himself. And as a teenager its understandable to not have that much confidence and being uncomfortable. And for cupid he was scared of Psyches of what she would think because Cupid had the pimples and braces, and also loved his mother. And I personally liked this story because it just shows that we shouldn't be all scared and uncomfortable about what people think. It also made me happy that Hades was along the ride to help Cupid with his confidence. If you are into a funny and mythology story's you will definitely love this story. I also thought it was funny because Cupid just reminded me of a teenage boy with puberty. But all I cared about was the happy ending that I wanted for Cupid and Psyche. ( )

Fiction; Juvenile
3 stars

As the fourth installment in Kate McMullan’s myth-o-mania mythological series, Nice Shot, Cupid tells the story of Cupid and Psyche, only slightly different. It is not told in the familiar Zeus version but from Hades point of view or has he likes to say; the REAL story.

While not the original myth; McMullan modernizes her version and makes Cupid a pimply faced teenager who is struggling with all the usual teen problems. The beautiful Psyche seems within his reach, but will the jealous Aphrodite cause enough havoc to throw him off course? You’ll have to read to find out!

This is definitely different from any other version of this myth that I’ve ever read before but it was still fun and entertaining. I can see where it would be appealing to young readers who like mythology. ( )

Nice Shot, Cupid is the fourth book in the Myth-O-Mania series from Capstone Kids.
I think I liked this story better than Say Cheese, Medusa. It's not that this is a better story but I understand the rythym of the books better now. There's a lot to be said about Kate McMullan's myth books.
Nice Shot, Cupid tells the story of Psyche and Cupid. Psyche was the beautiful daughter of a king and Cupid, the son of Aphrodite. Mortals were so taken with Psyche's beauty that they stopped worshipping the goddess Aphrodite. Angry, Aphrodite told Cupid to make Psyche fall in love with a horrible man but Cupid feel in love with her himself.
Psyche is kidnapped and all she can think of is her love for the Voice, which is Cupid behind a curtain. When she sees him, she knows he's her true love but Aphrodite won't let her be with him until she's completed a series of tasks. The list of tasks continue to grow as Psyche ages.
Without Hades help, Psyche would never be able to settle down with Cupid and find happiness.
I loved Psyche. She's beautiful but that doesn't matter to her. She's kind and thoughtful. She's willing to accept her fate but doesn't mind doing the hard work. She loves Cupid so she doesn't mind all the tasks Aphrodite makes her do.
It's a sweet story of love, perseverance and gratitude. I highly recommend it for all ages. It's a great introduction into Greek Myths and a good catalyst for discussing good personality traits. ( )

Reading Nice Shot, Cupid! reminded me of how much I love McCullan’s Myth-O-Mania series, where Hades tells us the ‘true’ stories behind Greek myths. She has modernized the Greek gods and goddesses, giving them unique personalities and very human problems. While it isn’t the best series to offer children when you want to teach them what we know as the Greek myths, it does make for an enjoyable read, especially when you already know the stories!

In this story, Cupid isn’t as hot as you think the god of love should be. In fact, he’s suffering from normal teenage beauty problems—pimples and braces and a gangly teenage body. Of course, since Aphrodite is the goddess of love and beauty, she does everything in her power to provide beauty products for him, making him feel disheartened by his appearances. So when he falls in love with Psyche, a beautiful mortal princess, he decides not to take chances courting her in person. Instead, he kidnaps her and doesn’t let her look at him.

The story follows Hades as he does everything in his power to help Cupid gain more confidence in himself and arrange a happily ever after for Cupid and Psyche. I love how Cupid reminds us of any teenage boy suffering from puberty. I love how strong and beautiful Psyche is, and how true she remains to her love even after seeing Cupid in all his teen glory. And I love the sense of humor that Hades possesses. I recommend this for those looking for a fun, light-hearted read at the middle-grade and even elementary-grade level. ( )