A review by literaryjunarin
Clytemnestra by Costanza Casati

dark emotional sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Wow, it is impossible not to feel Clytemnestra's rage and sorrow when you read this book. I know of Agamemnon's cruelty when I read The Song of Achilles but I didn't know the whole story. Wow. Clytemnestra is strong, clever, brave, and resilient and after all the loss and grief she endured, you can't help but root for her to execute her vengeance. 

Very well-written. Powerful debut. 

As of today, this is the most impactful feminist retelling of a Greek myth for me. I'm worried I won't be able to enjoy Homer's works when I read them now. 🥲