A review by sandro_reads
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

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

3.5

I should confess that I have never read The Iliad so, this retelling was a new-ish story to me. I love Greek mythology and the first half of the book sets up the love affair between Patroclus and Achilles beautifully. But, the second half, much like the Trojan War itself, drags on.