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lyndsaydurbs's review against another edition
emotional
relaxing
slow-paced
4.5
Thank you to Netgalley and the author for the gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Medusa by Jessie Burton was a fast read that I thoroughly enjoyed. Burton tells the story of Perseus and Medusa meeting, we are being told the life moments of both our characters as they form a bond from around a cave wall.
Medusa has her reasons to hide from Perseus, she has snakes for hair and hasn’t been treated well by others at all. Perseus tells part of his own traumatic tales as well, the perils that his mother faces while waiting for his return.
Over the course of a few days, Perseus and Medusa share more of themselves until Perseus’ mission comes to light and Medusa reveals who she is.
I enjoyed what Burton did with this story. Being told from Medusa’s perspective we relive some of the horrible moments of her life and the treatment of her by both the Gods and her fellow townspeople before she became a Gorgon. As someone that knows the greek myths surrounding Perseus and his quests, I was curious what Burton may change. I personally enjoyed the ending but I also know it will not be for everyone. I really enjoyed Burton’s writing style though and loved the way the story flowed together!
“I’d handed myself over to the will of other people. I felt that I had to be beautiful in their eyes, otherwise I would no longer be myself”
“I was not going to let him destroy me for who I was, or who he thought I was, for his own ends”
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Suicidal thoughts
enchantedelfie's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Sexism, Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, and Violence
confused_14's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Violence
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
kaitlyng's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A great retelling of a greek classic with a twist on perspective and a more modern feeling. Great read for any girl, woman or person who doesn't feel comfortable in their skin.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Stalking, and Sexism
Moderate: Gaslighting, Sexual assault, Rape, Sexual harassment, Pedophilia, and Sexual violence
Minor: Death, Murder, Toxic relationship, Body horror, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, and Body shaming
tmickey's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual harassment and Rape
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
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