A review by doughtah
The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood

reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I can see why Anne Carson is enjoyed. This book was like reading a ling monologue with breaks from the Maids (and i think this was made into a play).  It reminded me of Circe by Madeline Miller, a more recent retelling of the Odyssey from a female perspective. I’ll add a more detailed review later. Solid book, the Maids’ interludes were my favorite parts. 
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