A review by hevlav
Circe by Madeline Miller

adventurous emotional reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This is a re-read for me. Circe is one of my favorite books, offering a beautiful retelling of classic Greek myths from a different point of view. It is reflective without re-inventing old lore, and challenges the common narrative surrounding “heroes” of Greece. 
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