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rdmoreland0801's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
This book represents the gods in their usual selfish, greedy, slimey manner. Zeus and Poseidon are just casually raping women and leaving them to deal with the consequences. Random children popping up everywhere.
Athena was spoiled and a little unhinged, but she was mildly entertaining. Perseus was an idiot the entire time, even more selfish and uncaring than the gods most times. As per usual, I can’t fucking stand Zeus.
I usually enjoy a Greek Mythology retelling, but this completely missed the mark. I thought we could get more Medusa, but instead she was just screwed over by the gods time and time again.
Moderate: Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, Murder, and Abandonment
augie_'s review
- 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? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Gore, Sexual assault, Violence, Murder, and War
Moderate: Rape
heather_freshparchment's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Moderate: Infidelity, Rape, Violence, and Murder
vellichor_lover's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Moreover, I really loved Medusas point of view and to read about her story, even though it infuriated me sometimes (you will know what I mean, after you read it).
Natalie Haynes also has a beautiful style of writing, in my opinion, so one can at least enjoy that.
In conclusion: Read this if you like greek myths and stories which are told from many different point of views.
Minor: Rape, Murder, and War
citybookspgh's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Graphic: Body horror, Bullying, Confinement, Death, Incest, Rape, Violence, Murder, Abandonment, Dysphoria, and Injury/Injury detail
Heartbreakingunfinishedduet's review
- 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? It's complicated
3.0
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Death, Incest, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, and Murder
sas_ram's review against another edition
3.75
It is a good read but definitly not one of the best retellings out there.
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Incest, Misogyny, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, Blood, Grief, Stalking, Murder, Sexual harassment, and War
tahsintries's review
3.0
Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, and Murder
notthatcosta's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I didn't know I was longing for a woman-centric take of mythology and one that challenges the notion of monstrosity and evil women, but I was so utterly captivated by Natalie Haynes' fresh and witty take on well-trodden ground.
Of course, many parts are deeply sad, but it's filled with humour, pathos and intention, so I can't really resent it. Also, most of the plot is pretty established...being based on Greek myths and all that.
Graphic: Confinement, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Incest, Infidelity, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Sexual harassment
ivegotyourpaperback's review against another edition
- 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? It's complicated
5.0
Moderate: Infidelity, Rape, Sexual assault, Violence, Grief, and Murder
Minor: Death of parent