A review by emily_britton
Helen of Troy by Margaret George

adventurous emotional sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

 I have very mixed feelings about this novel. At times, it was a bummer, which I should have expected, considering it's a retelling of one of the bloodiest conflicts of all time. At other times, I really enjoyed it and found Helen relatable and likeable. But most of the time, it seemed like a trashy romance novel with a veneer of respectability from its historical/literary subject.