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3.97 AVERAGE
3.97 AVERAGE
dark
emotional
A gorgeous feminist take on a Greek myth I hadn’t even heard of
i read tsoa and circe roughly a year ago and ngl i had forgotten how talented madeline miller is
i let galatea sit in my mind for a WHILE and i didn’t even remember that i read it. it was probably good at the moment, but the fact that i can’t remember ANYTHING from the story tells me it’s not my cup of tea after all. but i can see how it can be a favorite for some people!
challenging
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Fav quote:
“I say this so that you understand what I was up: that I was worth more to her sick than well”
“I say this so that you understand what I was up: that I was worth more to her sick than well”
dark
relaxing
sad
tense
fast-paced
sad
fast-paced
dark
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
This story is brief and beautifully composed. Galatea (the character) leaves a strong impression. Her narration, her voice, her actions- you quickly get a feel of who she is and the world she's trapped in. I wanted her to have a happier ending, but that wasn't the point of the story. Her husband's death was quite satisfying, and the description of death grasping her was beautiful- and also satisfying, in a way.