The Shadow of Perseus by Claire Heywood

The Shadow of Perseus

Claire Heywood

fiction fantasy historical literary medium-paced

304 pages

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Nationally bestselling author of Daughters of Sparta Claire Heywood returns with an imaginative and female-centered reinterpretation of the myth of the great hero Perseus, told through the voices of three women who are sidelined in the traditional...
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Summary of 18 reviews

Moods

adventurous 70%
emotional 70%
sad 60%
dark 50%
tense 50%
reflective 40%
challenging 30%
hopeful 10%

Pace

medium 90%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Character: 37%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 75% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 85% | No: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Average rating

4.07

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