A review by lanna2000
Circe by Madeline Miller

adventurous dark mysterious reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Wow. This one took a while for me to finish but I am so glad to have read it. Even tho it felt intimidating to start the story elegantly flows for a span of centuries. I am very interested in Greek mythology but admittedly don’t know that many stories but reading this gave an interesting twist and context to the existing stories of Circe and Odysseus, as well as the other characters. While there were those painful, sad moments Circes triumphs had me rooting for her happy ending. Def gonna read more on Greek mythology and not just fiction books like this but actual lore intrigues me now, although I read the odyssey in high school. I loved the growth and depth of the characters and how they mimicked much of today’s reality as well with war, bloodlust, and lust for power. Even gods have their faults I guess. Will be reading songs of Achilles now! Also kinda a dope pick for Halloween season! I mean, witches right?? Circe highkey THAT girl and I love it for spooky season!
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