jackieizabelle's review against another edition
emotional
informative
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
rhysleconte's review against another edition
4.0
I can understand the abundance of attention this book got in the media. And it’s definitely appropriate. I’m left speechless from this incredible story! Breathtakingly emotional, beautifully written and just a pure pleasure to read. Thank you Madeline Miller for this wonderful creation.
It’s one of those books that you just are in awe of, The Song of Achilles equals perfection. Unconquerable, unbeatable and uncontrollable perfection. Certainly on a list of books you should read before you die…
It’s one of those books that you just are in awe of, The Song of Achilles equals perfection. Unconquerable, unbeatable and uncontrollable perfection. Certainly on a list of books you should read before you die…
erinnogueira's review against another edition
5.0
I wish I could give this 10/5 ⭐️! This book had me craving more - when I wasn’t able to read it was all I could think about. The story was so beautifully written it had me in a chokehold. I’ll also never be able to watch Troy again
marloesdhondt's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
ru_ann_e's review
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I truly did not expect to love this book as much as I did. I'd heard all the praise and the reviews, I knew how many people adore it, but I'd read a few pages previously and found it hard to adjust to the style of the prose. I had reserved expectations, and to be frank I was fully prepared for my (personal) experience of it to be it to be an overhyped disappointment
But for some reason, a week or so ago I felt compelled to give it another try. And I kept reading, it gripped me in, despite the writing style (which I soon grew to love as immersive and compelling). I knew it would be sad, how could I not? And yet I was not prepared for how strongly the entire narrative would cut me to the core - not just the ultimate tragedy but the painful nuances and introspection throughout. I did not expect to fall in love with both Patroclus and Achilles the way I did - but oh, how I did, even in their lowest moments. This book took me longer to read than most, not because it wasn't good, but because at times I couldn't bear to pick it up knowing that at times I would be forced to put it down, wrenched inside by grief.
This book got inside my head and heart in an incredible way. It truly deserves the hype it receives, in my opinion. It was painful, but it was als beautiful. And despite the other worldliness of history and legend in both content and prose, it was achingly human and real. The first book I have unhesitatingly considered a 5* read in a good while.
But for some reason, a week or so ago I felt compelled to give it another try. And I kept reading, it gripped me in, despite the writing style (which I soon grew to love as immersive and compelling). I knew it would be sad, how could I not? And yet I was not prepared for how strongly the entire narrative would cut me to the core - not just the ultimate tragedy but the painful nuances and introspection throughout. I did not expect to fall in love with both Patroclus and Achilles the way I did - but oh, how I did, even in their lowest moments. This book took me longer to read than most, not because it wasn't good, but because at times I couldn't bear to pick it up knowing that at times I would be forced to put it down, wrenched inside by grief.
This book got inside my head and heart in an incredible way. It truly deserves the hype it receives, in my opinion. It was painful, but it was als beautiful. And despite the other worldliness of history and legend in both content and prose, it was achingly human and real. The first book I have unhesitatingly considered a 5* read in a good while.
vietnameme's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
5.0
ka73_'s review against another edition
4.0
I can understand why this became so popular and was being promoted online. HOWEVER, it was very nearly a 3 star rating for me. It was only because I cared so deeply for Patroclus that I continued to live in his world and sit for hours to let him tell me his story. So, let's focus on positives.
What I liked:
The beauty of the narration.
Patroclus being the narrator.
The growing relationship between the characters.
What I liked:
The beauty of the narration.
Patroclus being the narrator.
The growing relationship between the characters.
mlemzor's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0