A review by murderousscottishgremlin
The Iliad by Homer

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

4.75

This was my first foray into epic poetry and I’m excited to see how the Odyssey compares. Wilson’s translation was concise and accessible, while still conveying all of the drama and lyrical nature of the poem. I found the books dealing with Achilles’ grief for Patrocles particularly impactful. 

“Baby, I am The Iliad, of course you couldn’t read me” - Coming Of Age by Maisie Peters (Homer could never).
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