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caity's review
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Hippolytus is like the ultimate incel
Hippolytus and Theseus received forgiveness for the sins of the gods, yet Phaedra didn't 😮💨
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape
mirrorchaser's review
4.0
It's classic mythology. You get what you expect. It's a good story and you can see its design in more modern works if you're looking.
megs_k's review
2.0
She acted virtuously though she had no virtue, while I, having virtue, did not use it well. ~ Euripides
letosha's review
adventurous
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
just ur average greek tragedy w some family lore but yea was intrigued by the relationships between family members n betrayal and also queen phaedra but besides that…
ichirofakename's review
3.0
Plotting is particularly weak, but the poesy comes through nice and sharp.
kecb12's review
4.0
I read this as a freshman in college, but I don’t remember it at all. I liked it—liked some of the themes and ideas, the flawed characters, and the questions it raises about when to speak up and when to keep silent. Overall, I’m glad I revisited it!
rosekk's review
2.0
This isn't my favourite of the Ancient Greek plays I've read so far. The story line is less dramatic than those of Oedipus the King and Antigone, and the intervention of the gods on stage detracts from the feeling of mystery. The portrayal of the gods as having more human qualities is one of interest, however.
rtudes's review
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0