Rating: 9/10
Favorite Characters: Polyxena and Penelope (Penelope writes these amazing, dry, sarcastic letters to Odysseus throughout the book as she hears about his journey.)
Honestly, I loved this book. Considering how many women were involved in the Trojan War, I always found it shocking that the Iliad focused so much on the men. This book gave me the wonderful opportunity to learn the story of the females involved in the Trojan War. The story shows how what is often considered heroic and epic, tends to actually be quite tragic. It was beautifully written, and provided a deeper look at certain aspects of war that are often brushed over. I would definitely recommend it for anyone fond of Greek Mythology, especially if you’re tired of the prevalent sexism that so often dehumanizes the females in these myths.
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