sophiegiggly's review against another edition
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Spoiler
i hated the ending, why did both of them have to die? they were so perfect until Achilles started acting not like himself and then Patroclus literally sacrificed himself for Achilles. i liked how thetis added Patroclus’ name on the statue to be with Achilles in the underworld
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Violence
Minor: Rape
sarah_speaks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, War, Murder, Child death, Blood, Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Death, Grief, and Violence
Moderate: Slavery, Sexual content, and Animal death
Minor: Rape and Animal cruelty
learivel's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I anticipated heartbreak and tears going into this because of the reviews and general convo. I felt kinda separated from the story for a while so I thought I was safe but the last 20 or so pages hit me like a fkn truck. WATERWORKS FR
Content Warnings
Graphic: War
Moderate: Death
Minor: Rape
urlordlorin's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Achilles'i neden Aşil diye değil de Akhilleus diye çevirdiniz? Neyse. Beklediğimden çok daha iyiydi. Uzun zamandır okuduğum en akıcı kitaplardan. Patroklos'a ve onun biraz sakar kişiliğine bayıldım. O kadar "insan" bir karakterdi ki. Akhilleus da aslında bazı yönleriyle fazlasıyla gerçekçi bir karakterdi bence, gücü eline alınca kibrine yenilmesi açısından. Ayrıca savaş sahnelerini daha canlı bir şekilde okumak isterdim. Geçiştirilmiş geldi bana. Overall favori karakterim Briseis bu arada. Keşke daha çok yer verilseydi. Yalnızca onu anlatan bir kitaba bile çok okay'im.
Spoiler
Thetis, ikinci "en iyisi ölecek" kehanetini getirdiğinde Patroklos'un öleceğini tahmin etmiştim. Bu kısmın tahmin edilebilir olması can sıkıcıydı benim için. Yani Patroklos karakteri bir anda cesaretlenmeye, öne çıkmaya, "işe yaramaya" başlamıştı. Ben, önce Akhilleus'un ölümünü Patroklos'un ağzından duymak isterdim sanırım. Trajedi elementine daha çok katkıda bulunurdu bence, Patroklos daha duygusal, şiirsel bir karakter. Yine de "küllerimizi birbirine karıştırın ve bizi birlikte gömün" kısmından sonra biraz ağlamış olabilirim.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Murder
Minor: Rape, Medical content, and Suicidal thoughts
aisabel's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Violence, and Death
Moderate: Blood, Grief, Kidnapping, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Rape and Medical content
minariffo's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
brogancha's review against another edition
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Animal death, Murder, Death, Rape, and Violence
Moderate: Sexual content and Gore
Minor: Homophobia
_cararichardson's review
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Such a beautiful read. Surprisingly, I didn’t like it quite as much as Circe, but only marginally so. I found that the plot slowed down a little in the middle, during the beginning of the Trojan war. Naturally, the romance between Achilles and Patroclus is just perfect, beautiful and heart wrenching. I really enjoyed the plot, writing (obvi) and the characters. The ending did make me teary eyed and is definitely a top tier ending for me.
Spoiler
I thought that the choice to continue Patroclus’ narration even after he was killed was GENIUS and led to great moments and a great ending
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Violence, and Sexual violence
gabbylandis's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I could never write an articulate enough review for this book. Simply put, it was so beautiful. Touched my heart in a way no other book has. Madeline Miller is a poet of the modern age. The intention with which this was crafted is so apparent. Perfect for anyone who loves ancient history, especially history done right.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Gore, Death, Pandemic/Epidemic, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Murder and Physical abuse
Minor: Sexual content and Rape
lyneobsessions's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, War, and Murder
Moderate: Misogyny, Slavery, and Grief