A review by l1v_yy
The Song of Achilles, by Madeline Miller
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
The pacing was appropriate since there was a lot of information to set down in a new world but also it showed the relationship between Patroclus and Achilles which was also really important. I enjoyed hearing about their unbreakable bond throughout everything that was thrown at them.
Graphic: Sexual content, War, Misogyny, Murder, Rape, and Violence
Moderate: Alcoholism, Classism, Addiction, and Child abuse
Minor: Abandonment