conhallwrites 's review for:

The Iliad by Homer, Emily Wilson

5.0

adventurous emotional tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Was torn on how to note the pace of this book. I read it on audio, over the course of my commutes. In that sense it felt lightning fast. But there’s also the issue of the soggy middle when Achilles is being a little whiny baby and everyone else is still having to fight. As soggy as that part was plot wise, there was a lot of action that made for a perfect serial listening experience. Had I read this with my eyes, I would have lost out. Audra McDonald is a compelling narrator and I love how she delivers the lines. The new translation was also much more engaging than past translations I’ve read/heard.