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A review by lbarsk
Fire from Heaven by Mary Renault
4.0
I FINALLY FINISHED THE BOOK WOW!
Eight-month hiatus notwithstanding, I really enjoyed this book! A fascinating (fictionalized) look into Alexander the Great's childhood and a solid entry point into (fictionalized) Greek history to spark interest and make me want to learn more.
I liked how easily Renault switches POVs and narrators — it adds depth and differing opinions to what could otherwise be a one-sided story.
AND I LOVE MY BOYS ALEXANDER AND HEPHAISTION!!!!!!!!!!!! Would that I had half of Alexander's discipline and drive; would that I had half of Hephaistion's devotion and faith.
Eight-month hiatus notwithstanding, I really enjoyed this book! A fascinating (fictionalized) look into Alexander the Great's childhood and a solid entry point into (fictionalized) Greek history to spark interest and make me want to learn more.
I liked how easily Renault switches POVs and narrators — it adds depth and differing opinions to what could otherwise be a one-sided story.
AND I LOVE MY BOYS ALEXANDER AND HEPHAISTION!!!!!!!!!!!! Would that I had half of Alexander's discipline and drive; would that I had half of Hephaistion's devotion and faith.