A review by thatokiebird
Galatea by Madeline Miller

dark emotional sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

Galatea is a very short story, not even a novella, a Greek mythology retelling of Pygmalion's story from the point of view of Galatea. Galatea’s husband is a sculptor who has prayed to the gods for his statue to come to life. As his creation, Galatea is expected to be nothing but obedient but all she desires is freedom.  I was unfamiliar with this particular story before reading this short book, but it was strongly recommended during Bookclub for Annie Bot. Which is very fitting, as they have loosely similar storylines of a man who created his companion and how that relationship unfolds. For me, the book was too short to become acquainted well enough with any of the characters to feel anything for them. The writing is good, just too quick. Although the ending is very satisfying.