A review by meliemelo
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

emotional inspiring sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Unfortunately, I did not love this book, although I did like it. It may be because I am very familiar with the myth (I did appreciate all the research put into it) so it couldn't surprise me. I expected, wanted, to be moved by the story, but ultimately wasn't, and I can't explain it.