Mythology published by Sourcebooks Landmark 2 May 23
This was a phenomenal Greek mythology retelling. It captivated me from the start and was really hard to put down.
Clytemnestra’s story was beautifully written, and I can confidently say this is my new favorite retelling. If you know the story, you know the many tragedies that befall the women of this tale. I felt everything and was rooting for Clytemnestra’s vengeance the entire time.
If you’re new to Greek mythology retellings, this is an excellent place to start. If you’re already a fan like me, move this to the top of your TBR.Iit’s too good to miss.
Grade: A
Summary:
As for queens, they are either hated or forgotten. She already knows which option suits her best…
You were born to a king, but you marry a tyrant. You stand by helplessly as he sacrifices your child to placate the gods. You watch him wage war on a foreign shore, and you comfort yourself with violent thoughts of your own. Because this was not the first offence against you. This was not the life you ever deserved. And this will not be your undoing. Slowly, you plot.
But when your husband returns in triumph, you become a woman with a choice.
Acceptance or vengeance, infamy follows both. So, you bide your time and force the gods’ hands in the game of retribution. For you understood something long ago that the others never did.
If power isn’t given to you, you have to take it for yourself.
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