A review by kenzieburns
Clytemnestra by Costanza Casati

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

3.0

A feminist rager! I was often so, so angry alongside Clytemnestra, and so frustrated at the way her life played out. I always love a good Greek mythology retelling, and I appreciated how the author was able to add new dimension to not just the tale but also the characters. I particularly enjoyed the female relationships in this book, especially the diciness between Clytemnestra and Helen. I think the author did a good job of showing how each coveted what the other had, but still loved the other. I also appreciated the growth in Clytemnestra's character as she went from strong girl of Sparta to Queen and ruler of Mycenae, and how the writing style and focus reflected this growth. This book made me excited to follow up with Jennifer Saint's "Elektra"! 
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