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livemily1512's review against another edition
3.0
A retelling of the myths of Ariadne I found the first part of this book very slow and almost dull. Perhaps because I am already so familiar with the story of Theseus and the Minotaur and this version didn’t really add anything to that.
The second half on Naxos was much better, and coincidentally is the part of the myth that I had no prior knowledge of.
Ariadne seems sweet but is not necessarily well written. I don’t really root for her at any point in the book as she is kind of a limp character. Same for Phaedra so much so I didn’t really care when she died.
The men in this book are awful - which is the point - but it does grow weary sometimes reading a book full of awful men, even ones who you thought were good.
The second half on Naxos was much better, and coincidentally is the part of the myth that I had no prior knowledge of.
Ariadne seems sweet but is not necessarily well written. I don’t really root for her at any point in the book as she is kind of a limp character. Same for Phaedra so much so I didn’t really care when she died.
The men in this book are awful - which is the point - but it does grow weary sometimes reading a book full of awful men, even ones who you thought were good.
marteverstappen's review against another edition
5.0
If you’re into Greek Mythology retellings, do yourself a favor and read this.
karenbo's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
A beautiful retelling of several greek myths weaved together in timeline. I really like the juxtaposition of each sister's life until they come crashing together at the end. Of course the end is very typical of myth, tragicly beautiful.
bgeorgiam's review against another edition
4.0
this book is basically about not trusting men. can absolutely get behind that. i don't know the myth so i wasn't expecting the ending and it made me sad but also think a lot. i enjoyed this book, it was lyrical yet easy to read. it was extremely introspective and cerebral and i would've liked more dialogue.
charlie210311's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
jordanrianne06's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25