A review by annhorchata
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

adventurous emotional reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This and this and this.

I am made of memories.

It is easy to forget the fact that not once throughout the 300+ pages of this book did they professed love to each other. This is a coming-of-age love story that is crafted like a painting, with quiet, thoughtful, conscientious Patroclus and fiery, pure-hearted Achilles.

"You would not be displeased, I think. With how you look now."

This book is also a beautiful story, literally. I found myself reading out loud passages because of how poetic and melodic they sound.  

Definitely will be a reread. Possible multiple. Definitely multiple.