Achilles
Achilles
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
129
Novel • Fiction
Greece • Bronze Age
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Achilles by Elizabeth Cook retells the life of the Greek hero Achilles, detailing his birth to the sea goddess Thetis, his upbringing disguised as a girl, and his involvement in the Trojan War, focusing on his quest for glory and inevitable fate. The narrative uses Achilles's vulnerability to explore broader human themes and interweaves perspectives from other mythological figures.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
940 ratings
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Review Roundup
Elizabeth Cook's Achilles receives acclaim for its poetic prose and fresh perspective on the classic hero’s tale. Critics praise its lyrical language and emotional depth, though some find the narrative too fragmented and elliptical. Overall, it’s lauded for its artistic reinterpretation of ancient mythology, appealing to those who appreciate literary fiction and classical themes.
Who Should Read Achilles?
Readers of Achilles by Elizabeth Cook are likely enthusiasts of classical mythology and literary fiction. Fans of Madeline Miller’s Circe and The Song of Achilles will appreciate Cook’s lyrical and contemporary retelling of ancient legends, merging poetic prose with timeless themes of heroism and tragic fate.
940 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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129
Novel • Fiction
Greece • Bronze Age
2019
Adult
18+ years
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