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C. S. Lewis

Till We Have Faces

C. S. LewisFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1956

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C. S. Lewis

Till We Have Faces

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1956
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Glome • Mythological Era

Publication Year

1956

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

Lexile Level

860L

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Super Short Summary

Till We Have Faces by C. S. Lewis is a retelling of the Greek myth of Cupid and Psyche, narrated by Orual, the Queen of Glome, who records her complaint against the gods regarding her sister Psyche's fate. Orual’s love, jealousy, and pain drive her to separate Psyche from her divine husband, leading to dire consequences and a personal journey of self-discovery and reconciliation with the divine.

Mysterious

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Emotional

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

76,814 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

C. S. Lewis's Till We Have Faces is praised for its intellectual depth and rich mythological themes, offering a complex retelling of Cupid and Psyche. Readers commend its introspective narrative and philosophical insights. However, some criticize its dense prose and slow pacing, which may deter casual readers. Overall, it's highly regarded by those seeking a profound and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Till We Have Faces?

Readers who enjoy mythological retellings and philosophical explorations will find Till We Have Faces intriguing. Fans of Madeleine L'Engle's A Wrinkle in Time and Ursula K. Le Guin's The Left Hand of Darkness will appreciate the blend of imaginative storytelling and deep moral questions in C. S. Lewis's work.

4.4

76,814 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Glome • Mythological Era

Publication Year

1956

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

Lexile Level

860L

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