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A review by eluz
Fire from Heaven by Mary Renault
challenging
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
mary renault is unmatched in historical retelling - every one of her books feels distinctly beautiful, but i believe her alexander trilogy is truly her greatest achievement. the way she balances a sort of mystical trance like tone with raw humanity is so well done and sets her writing apart. this book can be felt in your ribs long after you’ve finished reading it.
arguably, without my previous knowledge of alexander and phillip’s lives i think i would’ve struggled to finish the book as it is deeply entrenched in history, which evidences renaults commitment. absolutely do not write this book off, but recommend some research beforehand.
arguably, without my previous knowledge of alexander and phillip’s lives i think i would’ve struggled to finish the book as it is deeply entrenched in history, which evidences renaults commitment. absolutely do not write this book off, but recommend some research beforehand.