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A review by bookishdamzel
Circe by Madeline Miller
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I'm beginning to think Madeline Miller may be an auto buy author from now on for me. I'm amazed at how she can take minor characters of ancient greek mythology and make a great story that follow relatively close to the events that are known of them.
I absolutely love the character driven story of Circe. This book spans the many years of Circe, an immortal Titan goddess, that was cast out for her practice of magic. The author did so well creating a morally grey character, where at times you want to root for her and other times, she seems overbearing and cruel. She's a immortal god, that fears and loves, that's ruthless and patient. You can see all sides of this character throughout the story and I think that's what I loved about this book.
The writing is absolutely gorgeous and it's something I loved in her other book Song of Achilles. I think she does well with greek retellings and it feels well researched with what little is known of the characters she chooses to write.
Definitely recommend to those that enjoy a book that focuses mainly on the actions, thoughts and reflections of characters, as well as those that love mythology.
I absolutely love the character driven story of Circe. This book spans the many years of Circe, an immortal Titan goddess, that was cast out for her practice of magic. The author did so well creating a morally grey character, where at times you want to root for her and other times, she seems overbearing and cruel. She's a immortal god, that fears and loves, that's ruthless and patient. You can see all sides of this character throughout the story and I think that's what I loved about this book.
The writing is absolutely gorgeous and it's something I loved in her other book Song of Achilles. I think she does well with greek retellings and it feels well researched with what little is known of the characters she chooses to write.
Definitely recommend to those that enjoy a book that focuses mainly on the actions, thoughts and reflections of characters, as well as those that love mythology.