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lmilfort's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
[story of Medusa and how Perseus stole her head and all the people/gods involved] I liked the story and it reiterated how much I hate Perseus
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
royalrainboww's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
medium-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? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Ableism
lindseyhall44's review
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I have been a fan of Natalie Haynes ever since reading A Thousand Ships, and I can confidently say that she is a force to be reckoned with in the Greek mythology world. Haynes tells the stories of these women with so much heart and care, from fiction to nonfiction to her radio show. Although this one was not my favorite of hers (Pandora’s jar is just phenomenal), I cannot wait to see what this talented writer publishes next.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Rape, and Sexism
kendrashea's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Violence, Misogyny, Sexual assault, Grief, Rape, and Death
kathinotkaaati's review
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Rape, Sexual harassment, and Death
Moderate: Violence, Abandonment, and Genocide
angel__'s review against another edition
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0
Better than I expected.
Interesting perspective.
I never thought Medusa as a victim and Perseus as a 'monster' before.
Very interesting povs in the story.I don't know if my favourite is the snake's pov or the tree's pov.
Interesting perspective.
I never thought Medusa as a victim and Perseus as a 'monster' before.
Very interesting povs in the story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Violence, Murder, Blood, and Sexual violence
phantomgecko's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
A mythological retelling that retains the serious undertones of the original but brings modern voice to the characters. Like, the characters literally talk like they're from this millennium. Which I loved. At first it was a little off-putting, but I grew to appreciate the humor it brought to the whole thing.
Otherwise... A++ for making Perseus seem like the least competent manbaby in the world.
Not 5 stars simply because I didn't love love it. Recommend it tho.
Otherwise... A++ for making Perseus seem like the least competent manbaby in the world.
Not 5 stars simply because I didn't love love it. Recommend it tho.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Rape, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Sexual assault
mxpringle's review
adventurous
challenging
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Before reading this I was already familiar with the story of Medusa, so I expected to find it just okay, but this book was incredible. Something about the writing was just enrapturing and it is the first book in what feels like forever that I simply wanted to never stop reading
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, Kidnapping, and Murder
zaharadesert9's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I was turned off by the multiple POV the entire book, but the ending redeemed itself. Perfect read for someone who wants a little more information than a wikipedia page, but something easy to follow with broad themes and events. Lots of commentary on what classifies a "monster" that could be related to how our society still views people who are different or outsiders. Would be a good read for anyone 12 and up and especially nice to read on a beach or in a public setting because it doesn't require a ton of focus.
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape
xo_babs_ox's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Great retelling and interpretation of a variety of myths that influence and are influenced by Medusa’s story
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Sexual violence, Sexual assault, Grief, Rape, Murder, and Death