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Madeline Miller: The Song of Achilles (2011, Bloomsbury) 4 stars

This is the story of the seige of Troy from the perspective of Achilles best-friend …

Review of 'The song of Achilles' on 'Goodreads'

5 stars

Movingly told, exceedingly well written and researched. Really brings a neglected secondary Classical lit character (Patroclus) to the forefront while filling in gaps that speak clearly to a contemporary audience. Couldn't recommend it enough.