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Is this on par with Madeline Miller's retelling of the myths (Song of Achilles and Circe), or will I be disappointed if that's the caliber of writing and detail that I'm expecting?

Jodi The level of detail in this book is amazing. You truly feel immersed in Ancient Greek Bronze Age culture. I have not yet read Circe, but I have read S…moreThe level of detail in this book is amazing. You truly feel immersed in Ancient Greek Bronze Age culture. I have not yet read Circe, but I have read Song of Achilles. I liked that book, but I think this one is better. It’s much longer though if you are not into long books. (less)

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characters and their roles?

Stacey Skirpan The characters were drawn beautifully and stayed true to the historic descriptions. My only criticism was that she described certain characters by hai…moreThe characters were drawn beautifully and stayed true to the historic descriptions. My only criticism was that she described certain characters by hair color. It kind of upset my original idea of how they appeared physically. I especially loved the role of Paris in Helen's life. It was very much a star-crossed whirlwind romance that would upset the masses.(less)

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