I have been DREADING writing this review because I really just want to shout out 
loud “YOU MUST ADD THIS TO YOUR BOOK LIST! READ IT NOWWWWWW!!!!” I know that my review will not do the wonderfulness of this book justice.
But I can’t just say that and be done with it. I need to utilize the lovely Insatiable Bookslut technique, and actually tell you a little bit about the book, trying to do it justice and not scare you away with my excitedness (yup, I made up that word).
“The Song of Achilles” by Madeline Miller is a book that takes mythology and makes it easy to read and comprehend. Achilles, the soon-to-be-famous prince, befriends (a little more than friends) Patroclus, who is a ostracized prince. The book takes you through their friendship (and a little more) from childhood into adulthood, including the war that creates Achilles great fame.
I could not put this book down. I loved the friendship and relationship between Achilles and Patroclus. I loved the mythology part of the story. I cried at the end when I realized what was going to happen. . .
Reading “The Song of Achilles” makes me want to get my hands on the Illiad to see how close in relation the two stories are.
This review did not do the book justice because I am too in love with it to even summarize effectively. Check out the Goodreads summary for more actual information about this book.
And seriously, add it to your list. You won’t regret it!
Have you read any Greek mythology? How does it compare to this novel?
Thanks for reading,
I haven’t read this yet, but I have heard such great things about it! It’s on my list
Put it near the top! I loved it! I honestly was angry when I had to put it down!
I absolutely LOVE this book. Action! Adventure! Romance! (Honestly, one of the best love stories ever right?)
SERIOUSLY! And the Hector thing. . . OMG when I realized right before it happened what was going to happen I burst into tears (and yes, I was sitting on SuperShuttle with like 10 other people).
I have been reading so many good things about this book, but this is the first time I’ve been shouted at to read it. Haha! I guess I’ll have to read it soon.
I know. . . I tried to be sneaky and make you want to read it but I’m too emotionally involved and think that shouting is more effective!
Things are always made more effective by shouting them. HA!
Hm . . . does that mean I should say to my husband “BUY ME A REALLY NICE PIECE OF JEWELRY!!!”
YES!!!
I’ll let you know how that turns out!
But make yourself look a little…scary…when you yell it. Hahahaha!
I’m currently laughing out loud right now at that comment!
Must have it! MUST. HAVE. IT. Soon. It’s on my bday/Christmas list!
I hope you love it like I did!!!!
Rebecca, I went to the bookstore and was on the verge of buying it, but talked myself out of it because I already have so many books waiting for me to read them. I did page through it and it seems like it will be a quick read! maybe 1 or 2 days. I will put this on my “must buy” list though
Totally get it! I know my review did not do it justice in the least, but I REALLY loved this book! I’m excited to know what you think once you do read it!
This is one of my favorite books of 2012 … simply wonderful! Glad you loved it as much as I did.
I know, it was such a great read! I only wish I could have written a better review to show how truly amazing it was!
That’s a great review and I’m totally sold. I might steal it if I have to. Or get one of my minions to do it. I joke!
The title of this novel caught my attention at the beginning so I decided that it must really go to my TBR list. I have been fascinated with Rick Riordan’s Greek, Roman, and Egyptian series and it was very fun and educational. I really recommend mythology fiction especially to those who are still studying. It is an interesting way to study and know the characters.
I have heard of but never read Rick Riordan, so I will have to look into his books! This was my first mythology venture, and it just makes me want to tear apart the mythology section of the library (if they even have one) because I can’t wait to get my hands on more!
Oh please do try Rick Riordan. The characters are teens, but I think all of us are children at hearts and would enjoy the mythology ride and the unending humor of the author.
I don’t mind teen characters at times! As long as they aren’t all dumb and sleeping with each other the whole time
Which does not sound like Rick Riordan’s thing at all.
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OH, what a recommendation!
I’ve read the Illiad, but I have to say it’s quite boring (at least it was for me, because I’m a science girl and classical languages weren’t made for me).
But now I’m feeling guilty of not having this book in my hands and not being reading it! I have to take a look in amazon, or I have to go on a trip to the US, or something!!
Yes!!!! It’s pretty new so I’m not sure if they have it in Spanish, but I loved it so much! I need to check out the Illiad, but I bet I will also find it a little dull.
Ok, you convinced me! It’s on my to read list!
Good! That was the point!
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Thanks for reminding me about this book. I have read many great review on this book. I will definitely put it on my TBR list. I love it when a reader gets so enthusiastic and are completely inlove with a book. It rubs off on me and makes me want to read it. Thanks for sharing
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You’re welcome! It’s not a conventional love story, but I’m not a love story reader usually and this is one I just thought was amazing. I recommend it to everyone!