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A review by kousseii
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
adventurous
emotional
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
This book is often described as a tearjerker, however as a regular crier, it did not move me. Enjoyed the first half a lot, the second half was a bit slow. Glad I read it, but no desire to re-read.
Graphic: Death, Gore, Misogyny, Sexism, Blood, and War
Moderate: Homophobia, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Slavery
Minor: Adult/minor relationship and Self harm