A review by anspringel
The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood

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

4.0

This book is beautifully written, I suggest it to anyone who enjoyed reading Circe (Both writing-style and plot-wise) 
Based on the title I expected to read more about Penelope’s experience, emotions and even her life after the death of Odysseus. But the only highlighted aspect was her jealousy towards Helen and how she wept all the time. Which didn’t make me feel much sympathy. Specially after reading Circe since Penelope seemed like a sage in her eyes. Also it took me awhile to realize she’s telling the tale from underworld in the modern era, so a little clarification for whoever has just started. 
In general it is worth the read but it’s all about Odysseus all over again
In the end when the maids were asking for justice and she told them to leave Odysseus alone cuz he is purified made me hate her, she didn’t even bother to tell anyone about their innocence
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