Medusa: The Girl Behind the Myth is a vivid and emotional retelling of a renowned character in mythology. While parts of the story stray from the original, the tale of a young woman blamed for her own sexual exploitation is at the center of visceral storytelling. While fierce, there is a certain quietness to this narrative, a stoic feeling that may be familiar to others that have faced trauma.

Complete with illustrations that elicit their own emotional interpretation of the fable, this is a book perfect for lovers of mythology or those interested in the story of Medusa herself. A fierce tale that directly strikes the heart.

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abduction, rape, victim-blaming, misogyny, exile, knife violence, death, attempted murder

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