It took me a while for myself to actually be invested in the relationship between Patroclus and Achilles, but Miller's poetic writing style more than makes up for it. Even in the moments where the story is not progressing as much, her writing style makes it easier for you immerse yourself into the setting and actually feel the emotions and intimacy between the two characters. Although I didn't find myself as "broken" as other readers before me, it DOES pull at your heart.