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The Song of Achilles

by Madeline Miller
Ecco: HarperCollins. 2012. 384p. ISBN 9780062060617. $25.99. F
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Patroclus, exiled prince of ancient Greece and lover of the famous warrior Achilles, is at the center of this romantic tale, Miller's first novel, which also features many other mythical heroes, both human and divine, with the Trojan War as a backdrop.
VERDICT The interference of the Greek deities in mortals' daily lives makes for a stunning mix of larger-than-life action and authentically human emotions, while stellar writing and sympathetic portrayals of complex characters breathe new life into an ancient story.
Reviewed by Ala Rusa-Codes , Jun 01, 2012
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