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A review by sannesbooks
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I was not familiar with this story before I read it, so I got into this with an open mind. I therefore can't compare it much to the original story.
I liked the characters but was not a big fan of the plot. I know the plot derives from the original story but it lowered my enjoyment while reading. Personally, I also don't usually like to read about war settings.
Again, I know this derives from the original story, but it did impact my enjoyment. You know from the start, from the prophecy, what is going to happen, and that took away from the impact it could have had on me emotionally.
The writing is beautiful and the characterisation is done well. Both Achilles and Patroclus, are interesting characters and you definitely feel the love between the two characters.
I liked the characters but was not a big fan of the plot. I know the plot derives from the original story but it lowered my enjoyment while reading. Personally, I also don't usually like to read about war settings.
Again, I know this derives from the original story, but it did impact my enjoyment. You know from the start, from the prophecy, what is going to happen, and that took away from the impact it could have had on me emotionally.
The writing is beautiful and the characterisation is done well. Both Achilles and Patroclus, are interesting characters and you definitely feel the love between the two characters.