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A review by cheyennedierker
Medusa's Sisters by Lauren J.A. Bear
adventurous
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
5.0/5.0 ⭐
A masterpiece of Greek mythology retelling. Lauren J.A. Bear's 'Medusa's Sisters' delves deep into the lives of Medusa, Stheno, and Euryale, shedding light on their forgotten stories with stunning prose. Through these deeply flawed yet compelling characters, Bear navigates themes of trauma, resilience, and the bonds of sisterhood.
It was poetic. It was intelligent. You should read it, particularly if you loved Madeline Miller's 'Circe' as it's the first I have found that actually holds up to the comparison.
Hardcover | Public Library
A masterpiece of Greek mythology retelling. Lauren J.A. Bear's 'Medusa's Sisters' delves deep into the lives of Medusa, Stheno, and Euryale, shedding light on their forgotten stories with stunning prose. Through these deeply flawed yet compelling characters, Bear navigates themes of trauma, resilience, and the bonds of sisterhood.
It was poetic. It was intelligent. You should read it, particularly if you loved Madeline Miller's 'Circe' as it's the first I have found that actually holds up to the comparison.
Hardcover | Public Library
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia, Rape, and Sexual violence