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“Britomartis was wrong. I didn‘t fear water. I simply couldn‘t look at the surface of any pool without imagining Commodus‘s face, stung with betrayal, staring up at me.” “I was interfering in mortal affairs— not just to save lives, or to save Rome, but because I could not stand to see my beautiful Commodus die by anyone else‘s hands.” When I tell you these two lines BROKE ME- OMG, this scene was so good but SO SAD at the same time! AAAAAAAA!!!

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Centique

Clytemnestra: The spellbinding retelling of Greek mythology�s greatest heroine | Costanza Casati

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I remember first reading the scene with Clytemnestra in the Iliad and thinking WTAF!! 🤬 (i wont say why because spoilers) I couldnt believe that the narrative continued on barely acknowledging the abuse (imo) - so i was always going to read this book. It‘s engaging and propulsive but dark and violent too. Women in the myths were horribly mistreated and misrepresented - I‘m glad to see a retelling that puts Clytemnestra‘s experience first.

Centique It‘s an easy read so dont be put off if you havent read The Iliad. If you enjoyed Song of Achilles you‘ll probably enjoy this too i think. (edited) 5d

LoverOfLearning LOVED THIS BOOK 📖 ❤️ 5d

LoverOfLearning @Centique The Song of Achilles is my most reread book. No real reason but I've read it 4 times once each summer. Just love it. 5d

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Centique @LoverOfLearning I really enjoyed it - but as i approached that scene i got a little hesitant about picking the book back up! Worth it though. 5d

Centique @LoverOfLearning Song of Achilles made me actually weep. So beautifully written 💔 5d

LoverOfLearning @Centique Yes, every time. 😭 5d

BookmarkTavern One of my absolute favorite Greek retellings! 4d

AvidReader25 I read this in Greece this year and loved it! Her fierce righteous anger was incredible. 4d

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Sparklemn

Greek Mythology | Ken Jennings

Saw Hadestown this afternoon. Loved it! Does anyone have any recommendations for novels with Hades, Persephone, Orpheus or Eurydice?

CBee If you like graphic novels/comics, Lore Olympus is a great retelling of the Hades/Persephone myth!

Lore Olympus: Volume One

Sparklemn @CBee I‘ll put it on my list. Thanks! 5d

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konlitsy

Circe | Madeline Miller

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The book begins with a journey into mysticism, but soon pulls you into the heartache of an abandoned daughter, a lovesick soul, and a mother who is both delicate and fierce. She alchemized her pain into profound knowledge, but the world couldn‘t understand it, calling her a witch. Yet, she wore the label like a crown 👑, owning it with the strength and dignity of a queen. 🔮

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TheEllieMo

Clytemnestra: The spellbinding retelling of Greek mythology�s greatest heroine | Costanza Casati

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A novel based on the story of Clytemnestra in the Greek myths was never going to be a light read, but this one felt exceptionally heavy, with no light relief, and some heavy-handed writing and clumsy metaphors.

Book 9/60 #Read2025 @DieAReader
#LetterC #LitsyAtoZ @Texreader

DieAReader #Next 👋🏻👋🏻 2w

Octoberwoman I wanted to name my daughter Clytemnestra but my entire family vetoed it. 2w

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Robotswithpersonality

Lore Olympus: Volume Seven | Rachel Smythe

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DRAMA ✨ giggles ✨DRAMA ✨giggles ♥️ heartfelt talk ♥️ DRAMA ✨ giggles ✨DRAMA ✨giggles ✨DRAMA!!! I find this a winning pattern. The art is by turns beautiful, inventive and hilarious, and the plot bounces between tense interpersonal stuff and wholesome vulnerable stuff and truly ridiculous stuff. Still my favourite portrayal of the Olympians, especially Hades and Persephone. 1/2

Robotswithpersonality 2/2 As much as I love puttering around with these characters, I'm pleased to say the plot is also moving forward as well. Truly a marvelous series, I always look forward to reading the next installment.
⚠️Heed the author's content warnings in the front of each book. 2w

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5feet.of.fury

Atalanta: The Mesmerising Story of the Only Female Argonaut | Jennifer Saint

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Loved Atalanta‘s perspective of traveling with the Argonauts & all that came after. The beginning was a bit dry, but I appreciated the depiction of the different phases of her life & the achievements she made & resilience displayed. Touched on many well known myths.

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Robotswithpersonality

Lore Olympus: Volume Seven | Rachel Smythe

Honesty and communication: hallelujah. 👏🏻🙏🏻🙌🏻

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AprilMae

Lore Olympus: Volume Seven | Rachel Smythe

January pick was easy cause I only fully finished one book lol, oh well I should finish 2-3 books right away in February!! Thanks to @CSeydel for the bracket!!!

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CBee

Mythos: A Retelling of the Myths of Ancient Greece | Stephen Fry

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Absolutely flipping brilliant. I‘m a lifelong Greek mythology nerd and his telling of these stories was a breath of fresh air. And the humor! Loved it.

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