A review by kaequinn
The Furies by Natalie Haynes

emotional hopeful mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This was a pleasant surprise. I was a bit thrown at first, only having read Haynes’ previous works that were either the retelling/breakdown of the Classic Greek myths. I wasn’t sure how to feel about this one when I realized it was a contemporary story (especially given that it wasn’t narrated by Haynes herself. No hate to Zara Ramm, they did a wonderful job. Haynes has just spoiled me.)

I’m glad I stayed with it as it showed me it wasn’t just Haynes’ knowledge of the classic myths that made her stories so dynamic and compelling. Alex was just as complex and rich as any iteration that Haynes has given us of Athena or Helen. The saga flowed beautifully, interspersed with the prose of small moments and observations that are what make Haynes’ characters and worlds come to life. 

While Stone Blind is still my favorite of her work so far (and as my favorite book in general it will likely not be usurped), The Furies definitely takes a place among books I’ve enjoyed and would likely pick up again sometime.
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