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The Palace of Eros
by Caro De Robertis
Psyche and Eros's story, as retold in this book, offers a fresh take on the classic Greek myth. Psyche's beauty, which leads to people neglecting Aphrodite, results in Eros being tasked with punishing her. However, Eros falls in love instead. The story explores how love can thrive in darkness, as Eros visits Psyche only at night. However,can love sustain without the light of the day?
What sets this retelling apart is the author's decision to give Psyche a voice, allowing her to express the violation she feels from being objectified. The portrayal of Eros as a non-binary character adds depth, highlighting the frustrations and challenges of those who are often misunderstood and are considered different as per societal standards. While I appreciated these unique elements, I found the prose a bit heavy and wished for a more straightforward style.
If you enjoy descriptive love scenes, queer characters, and reimagined Greek mythology, this book is worth checking out.
Thank you to Atria Books and NetGalley for providing both a physical and digital copy of this book.
What sets this retelling apart is the author's decision to give Psyche a voice, allowing her to express the violation she feels from being objectified. The portrayal of Eros as a non-binary character adds depth, highlighting the frustrations and challenges of those who are often misunderstood and are considered different as per societal standards. While I appreciated these unique elements, I found the prose a bit heavy and wished for a more straightforward style.
If you enjoy descriptive love scenes, queer characters, and reimagined Greek mythology, this book is worth checking out.
Thank you to Atria Books and NetGalley for providing both a physical and digital copy of this book.