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A review by grebegirl
Circe by Madeline Miller
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
It took me a long time to get through this book. Not because it isn't well written or a great story. It's just very heavy. Miller created such a deep and complex character is Circe. I sometimes liked her, sometimes disliked her and always loved her. I can't wait to read song of Achilles.
Graphic: Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, Grief, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and War