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After Sappho by Selby Wynn Schwartz

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fanni_ann's review against another edition

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challenging emotional informative inspiring reflective slow-paced

4.0

sanjubee's review against another edition

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4.0

Really interesting read, especially for those interested in the afterlives of Sappho and other Classical female figures. I really enjoyed the hybrid format and how it allowed the author to 'speculate' on the characters in a very meta sense. My online copy was covered in highlights of thought-provoking lines and new texts to read by the time I was finished.

gracija's review

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dark emotional inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

5.0

hellororyg's review against another edition

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challenging informative slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

2.5

There’s no denying that this book feels a lot like hard work. It can be a chore to get through, and I almost gave up several times. I’m glad I didn’t, but I completely understand everyone who did.

I read one review that spurred me on, saying that once we reach WWI the book starts to feel easier, and that’s definitely the case.

Regardless, I think this is a fantastic concept and I certainly learned a lot about people I’ll be researching more. Most of the stars I’m giving here are for that reason.