bka5 reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
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Published 2012
The Song of Achilles
Madeline Miller: The Song of Achilles (2012)
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- 978-0-06-211557-7
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- 13621722
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This is the story of the seige of Troy from the perspective of Achilles best-friend Patroclus. Although Patroclus is outcast from his home for disappointing his father he manages to be the only mortal who can keep up with the half-God Archilles. Even though many will know the facts behind the story the telling is fresh and engaging.
This is the story of the seige of Troy from the perspective of Achilles best-friend Patroclus. Although Patroclus is outcast from his home for disappointing his father he manages to be the only mortal who can keep up with the half-God Archilles. Even though many will know the facts behind the story the telling is fresh and engaging.
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𝓣aarion 📕 reviewed Das Lied des Achill by Madeline Miller
Neue Perspektive auf die Ilias
3 stars
Ein neuer Blick auf Achilleus in einer neuen Perspektive. Der griechische Held wird menschlicher beschrieben als von Homer. Sein geliebter Patroklos dient als Erzähler der Geschichte.
Im Gegensatz zu "Ich bin Circe" der gleichen Autorin bin ich aber mit dem Buch nicht richtig warm geworden. Ich weiß aber nicht warum. Sprachlich ist es gut geschrieben. Allerdings hätte ich das Buch mit dem Tod Patroklos abgeschlossen und ihn nicht noch als Geist weiter berichten lassen.
Ein neuer Blick auf Achilleus in einer neuen Perspektive. Der griechische Held wird menschlicher beschrieben als von Homer. Sein geliebter Patroklos dient als Erzähler der Geschichte.
Im Gegensatz zu "Ich bin Circe" der gleichen Autorin bin ich aber mit dem Buch nicht richtig warm geworden. Ich weiß aber nicht warum. Sprachlich ist es gut geschrieben. Allerdings hätte ich das Buch mit dem Tod Patroklos abgeschlossen und ihn nicht noch als Geist weiter berichten lassen.
matthewmincher reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
Everyone says Where is Achilles, not How is Achilles
4 stars
A great retelling of the story of Achilles from the point of view of Patroclus (even after... you know)
Light and easy to read, with a pace that will satisfy young or first time (to the story) readers. Some beatiful prose and emotive writing. This book certainly makes the characters seem real and believable - expertly dealing with divinity in an incredibly grounded way.
Apollo's intervention at the walls of Troy here is perhaps my favourite adaptation I've read so far.
Yes, it's a romance story, but it's also much more. You know what is coming - I've avoided a spoiler above but whether by film, TV, or book the story of what happens in the siege of Troy is not a suprise. The focus on relationships and emotions hits harder given knowledge of what is coming and the constant sense of inevitability.
A great retelling of the story of Achilles from the point of view of Patroclus (even after... you know)
Light and easy to read, with a pace that will satisfy young or first time (to the story) readers. Some beatiful prose and emotive writing. This book certainly makes the characters seem real and believable - expertly dealing with divinity in an incredibly grounded way.
Apollo's intervention at the walls of Troy here is perhaps my favourite adaptation I've read so far.
Yes, it's a romance story, but it's also much more. You know what is coming - I've avoided a spoiler above but whether by film, TV, or book the story of what happens in the siege of Troy is not a suprise. The focus on relationships and emotions hits harder given knowledge of what is coming and the constant sense of inevitability.
🥒 reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
Music to my Ears!!!
5 stars
I read this right when Circe first came out. From beginning to end, this has by far some of, if not the, best prose I've ever come across. Previous to this, I had no familiarity with Greek mythology which is probably for the best. Miller breathes life into not only her characters but her settings and atmosphere as well. Even the most mundane scenes are a thrill to read just for the prose!
I read this right when Circe first came out. From beginning to end, this has by far some of, if not the, best prose I've ever come across. Previous to this, I had no familiarity with Greek mythology which is probably for the best. Miller breathes life into not only her characters but her settings and atmosphere as well. Even the most mundane scenes are a thrill to read just for the prose!
Love Over Action
5 stars
Miller's beautiful writing brings to life the Achilles and Patroclus love story, but at the expense of the action. I appreciate this given how action packed most stories about Troy are. The Song of Achilles is a great read for anyone who loves Greek Myths and appreciates romance.
Miller's beautiful writing brings to life the Achilles and Patroclus love story, but at the expense of the action. I appreciate this given how action packed most stories about Troy are. The Song of Achilles is a great read for anyone who loves Greek Myths and appreciates romance.
nephi reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
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5 stars
maybe i am biased with my love of this book because of my religion (i am a hellenic polytheist) but nonetheless i love this book, i love that at the back of the book it has explanations of where some story arcs came from (more books added to my tbr honestly). i cried right at the end (but i will not spoil it). the pacing was wonderful and it allowed me to connect with the characters.
lots of quotes were highlighted because they were just beautiful. this book has kick-started my love of reading again!
Joy101 reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
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anka.trini reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
Goodreads Review
4 stars
Makes me want to watch Troy and read the Illiad
Froglike reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
Great greek tragedy.
4 stars
A beautiful retelling of a central part of The Illiad as a tragic (gay) love story. It retains the style rawness of antiquity. I was moved and loved the book.
Elias reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
My heart
5 stars
I am absolutely sobbing, which I expected. Heartfelt and tragic, as it should be.
Mogwai reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
Moves With Ease
4 stars
It is so very easy to fright a mind from enjoying this work of flightful fiction. A scathing review, pointing out the many inaccuracies against its sources or some (and may you have better days ahead if you watch those, truly) video essay to hammer on the tenses or its style of telling. For the easily influenced, the difference between love and dislike is a whim of opinion. I have, by now, read many reviews telling me why I should abhor this, and I think some make fair points. Still, I liked it. I was moved by the great and bitter satisfaction of the ending, and I liked all passages in which there was simultaneously so very much and nothing at all going on. To all burgeoning classicists, I would recommend Emily Wilson's Iliad and to listen to some of her many talks and lectures. But! I digress. I liked …
It is so very easy to fright a mind from enjoying this work of flightful fiction. A scathing review, pointing out the many inaccuracies against its sources or some (and may you have better days ahead if you watch those, truly) video essay to hammer on the tenses or its style of telling. For the easily influenced, the difference between love and dislike is a whim of opinion. I have, by now, read many reviews telling me why I should abhor this, and I think some make fair points. Still, I liked it. I was moved by the great and bitter satisfaction of the ending, and I liked all passages in which there was simultaneously so very much and nothing at all going on. To all burgeoning classicists, I would recommend Emily Wilson's Iliad and to listen to some of her many talks and lectures. But! I digress. I liked it, with all its little, binary imperfections. We can have it, as a treat. Which it is.
KnitAFett reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
Lived up to the hype.
5 stars
One of the rare cases that I absolutely loved a book that I have seen heavily recommended on social medias. This was a fantastic read. I never read The Iliad (and obviously really should, reading more book revolving around the gods would be a fun challenge for next year), so I cannot speak on how it holds up against that. But from my understanding, this is a retelling of the tale from Patroclus' perspective.
The wording was beautiful and there were no wasted moments that were plugged in to elongate the book. Truthfully there was a lot of time that was skipped over to be able to stick to the major moments. I also very much appreciated that the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus was not watered down or skirted around. It was the driving factor behind this book and the story would not have worked without it.
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One of the rare cases that I absolutely loved a book that I have seen heavily recommended on social medias. This was a fantastic read. I never read The Iliad (and obviously really should, reading more book revolving around the gods would be a fun challenge for next year), so I cannot speak on how it holds up against that. But from my understanding, this is a retelling of the tale from Patroclus' perspective.
The wording was beautiful and there were no wasted moments that were plugged in to elongate the book. Truthfully there was a lot of time that was skipped over to be able to stick to the major moments. I also very much appreciated that the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus was not watered down or skirted around. It was the driving factor behind this book and the story would not have worked without it.
Overall very glad I read it, would recommend, plan to read the original, and really want to delve into other stories that involve Greek mythology.
Biotic reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
A tale of emotions
5 stars
Confession: I did not know the tale of Achilles other than some superficial pieces of information before reading this book. I am happy to have taken note of the people gushing about this book. It's been a couple of years since I read it but I still remember what I felt as I came to the end of the book. It was a powerfully sad yet happy feeling. It was overall an enjoyable lovely book and the two main characters are lovable (and dislikable at times). I think Madeline Miller did a wonderful job with the queer theme that should be digestable by everyone (at least everyone who is not homophobic). Writing this review makes me want to read it again and appreciate the story without trying to reach the end.
Confession: I did not know the tale of Achilles other than some superficial pieces of information before reading this book. I am happy to have taken note of the people gushing about this book. It's been a couple of years since I read it but I still remember what I felt as I came to the end of the book. It was a powerfully sad yet happy feeling. It was overall an enjoyable lovely book and the two main characters are lovable (and dislikable at times). I think Madeline Miller did a wonderful job with the queer theme that should be digestable by everyone (at least everyone who is not homophobic). Writing this review makes me want to read it again and appreciate the story without trying to reach the end.
Wild Woila reviewed The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
A tragedy of narcissistic proportions.
4 stars
A tragedy of narcissistic proportions. Nicely written & well paced. Feels real without losing its mythic aura.
Reading time 3 days, 123 pages/day
