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A review by kateyac
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
emotional
informative
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is my second time reading an exclusively LQBTQ+. This book did not tackle any of the challenges faced by the LQBTQ+ today. It looks like Patroclus and Achilles had it easy. They were very open with their relationship and people just went with the flow. But what I wanted to say is, I liked this book. I want to say loved but I think that's too strong a word for what I'm feeling. So I'm in loke.
Yep, that's it. I'm in loke.
I thought I knew the story of Achilles because I've been interested in Greek mythology since I was a kid. But TSOA delved deeper into the emotions and the true reasons for some of the most historic moments that occurred in the Greek mythology. I loke-d this book by how much the story pulled me in with its amazing execution, and sentimental passionate writing.
The quotes and dialogues are absolutely touching.
I loved the ending. I loved how sad and emotional it was especially the part where Thetis was conversing with Patroclus. I think that was a nice way to end the book. This story is not supposed to make you happy and I absolutely adored how Madeline Miller portrayed the sadness experienced by Patroclus, Achilles, and Thetis.
All in all, I rated this 4 stars because I would've liked to see the life of Achilles after Patroclus. I would've wanted to see his pain, his sadness, and overall agony. Would've been more gut-wrenching and emotional. Would definitely recommend this to my friends who are fans of mythology or those who plans to start with this genre.
Yep, that's it. I'm in loke.
I thought I knew the story of Achilles because I've been interested in Greek mythology since I was a kid. But TSOA delved deeper into the emotions and the true reasons for some of the most historic moments that occurred in the Greek mythology. I loke-d this book by how much the story pulled me in with its amazing execution, and sentimental passionate writing.
The quotes and dialogues are absolutely touching.
I loved the ending. I loved how sad and emotional it was especially the part where Thetis was conversing with Patroclus. I think that was a nice way to end the book. This story is not supposed to make you happy and I absolutely adored how Madeline Miller portrayed the sadness experienced by Patroclus, Achilles, and Thetis.
All in all, I rated this 4 stars because I would've liked to see the life of Achilles after Patroclus. I would've wanted to see his pain, his sadness, and overall agony. Would've been more gut-wrenching and emotional. Would definitely recommend this to my friends who are fans of mythology or those who plans to start with this genre.
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Physical abuse, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence