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A review by christylouise
The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood
challenging
dark
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
The way Margaret Atwood doesn’t mention Penelope’s age until after her wedding/consummation to Odysseus is marvellously done. It reads like a punch to the gut.
Graphic: Sexual assault
Moderate: Murder