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3.65 AVERAGE
3.65 AVERAGE
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I'm such a sucker for feminist retellings of Greek myths. This one was no exception.
I’ve always been fascinated with Greek mythology with my last name being derived from the Greek name Hippolyte so when I saw a Medusa retelling at the library, I had to get it! I don’t see many Medusa retellings.
This book is a short read and a quick listen but it gets the point across. The story of Medusa and how she came to be cursed by Athena for something she had no control over and the life she was forced to live out.
I enjoyed this story. I don’t believe the story is long enough or even meant to provoke feelings about these characters although some of it was still devastating. We follow Medusa’s story but her story also intertwines with Poseidon of course along with Perseus and his mother. I would’ve like to see more of Medusa’s side of things after she became cursed. What we are told is very limited and the story kind of shifts to Perseus’ POV which is kind of understandable.
The injustice that Medusa is dealt is the worst part all the way up until the very end. And men are proven to be selfish rulers of the world. While I’m not one to subject all men to this statement, this book surely implies such. A decent retelling that any fans of mythological retellings would probably enjoy.
3.5 stars
This book is a short read and a quick listen but it gets the point across. The story of Medusa and how she came to be cursed by Athena for something she had no control over and the life she was forced to live out.
I enjoyed this story. I don’t believe the story is long enough or even meant to provoke feelings about these characters although some of it was still devastating. We follow Medusa’s story but her story also intertwines with Poseidon of course along with Perseus and his mother. I would’ve like to see more of Medusa’s side of things after she became cursed. What we are told is very limited and the story kind of shifts to Perseus’ POV which is kind of understandable.
The injustice that Medusa is dealt is the worst part all the way up until the very end. And men are proven to be selfish rulers of the world. While I’m not one to subject all men to this statement, this book surely implies such. A decent retelling that any fans of mythological retellings would probably enjoy.
3.5 stars
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
✨ "When faced with a monster, who ever looked to see beyond the teeth and talons?"
A refreshing look at one of Greek mythology's most famous icons. I loved the humanization of Medusa in this retelling as well as the passionate commentary about how society's treatment, vilification and abuse of women.
Part 1 was definitely the most riveting for me. Unfortunately, the momentum tapered off with the introduction of Perseus. I would have preferred to hear more from his mother Danae, especially considering the book's feminist vibes.
I also found the final act + ending very underwhelming. It felt like there was so much unfulfilled promise – much like Medusa herself. Maybe I just wanted a different ending for her this time. Nevertheless, this was a solid and enjoyable read.
In a conversation with the author at the end of the book, Hannah M. Lynn says she was compelled to tell Medusa's tale in the hope that she would be remembered as more than just a monster. Well, she has definitely achieved that with Athena's Child and I look forward to more retellings from her.
✨ "These are not men. They are snakes, serpents trying to find the freshest eggs. And when they do find them, they crack them open, devour their insides, and leave nothing more than hollow shells."
A refreshing look at one of Greek mythology's most famous icons. I loved the humanization of Medusa in this retelling as well as the passionate commentary about how society's treatment, vilification and abuse of women.
Part 1 was definitely the most riveting for me. Unfortunately, the momentum tapered off with the introduction of Perseus. I would have preferred to hear more from his mother Danae, especially considering the book's feminist vibes.
I also found the final act + ending very underwhelming. It felt like there was so much unfulfilled promise – much like Medusa herself. Maybe I just wanted a different ending for her this time. Nevertheless, this was a solid and enjoyable read.
In a conversation with the author at the end of the book, Hannah M. Lynn says she was compelled to tell Medusa's tale in the hope that she would be remembered as more than just a monster. Well, she has definitely achieved that with Athena's Child and I look forward to more retellings from her.
✨ "These are not men. They are snakes, serpents trying to find the freshest eggs. And when they do find them, they crack them open, devour their insides, and leave nothing more than hollow shells."
A Medusa retelling, good, very different to another medusa retelling I have read, interesting to hear different versions on the myth.
Lettura piacevole e veramente scorrevole (iniziato e finito in un colpo), ma non mi ha lasciato pressochè nulla. Non il retelling migliore della mitologia greca.
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced