3 More Must-Read Greek Mythology Retellings

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[@starstuffpuff]

Greek myths retellings are my literary catnip. I love them! Jennifer Saint’s books are some of my favorites. I haven’t read Ithaca yet, but it’s on my tbr.

[@sylviakanel9766]

I was so excited when you first introduced Ithaca in a previous video but when I looked into it and found the narrator was not Penelope herself I was really disappointed. You and Erica made Penelope come to life for me in a very real and grounded way and that's who I wanted to hear from, not the distant Hera. But your review of it addressed that situation so beautifully that I felt my own feelings about it were in good company, if that makes sense....Thank you, Willow.

[@ABookFiendNamedMel]

I love Jennifer Saint, she’s definitely my favourite Greek mythology retelling author. I haven’t actually read Atalanta yet but I definitely want to and now it’s even higher up my TBR.

[@mimirudollfie3532]

Definitely gonna have to pick up Atalanta. Sounds like it’s up my alley to read. Definitely will plan on reading more mythology books. 😊

[@stephaniehackney6743]

Greek mythology is my absolute favorite genre, so if you are interested I highly recommend Ariadne by Jennifer Saint and Circe by Madeline Miller!!!

[@HollyDunnDesign]

I guess if any Greek myth were to be reframed as a romance novel, it should be that of Psyche and Eros. Although, it's more of a tragedy in many ways. Great analysis! I'm definitely keen to pick up Atalanta now.

[@sylviakanel9766]

As for Eros and Psyche, I hope your other subscribers will go over to Erica's channel and take in all that the two of you said about women's strength on women's terms. I so desperately needed to hear that point of view spoken of and honored. It is a rare and important perspective. Many thanks to both of you.

[@carsick518]

can’t wait to check these out

[@spexi513]

“Arrogant little sh*t” 😂 📖🪱💚

[@stephaniehackney6743]

Hi!! I love your videos!! This one was on my Google stories page, and I love Greek mythology and have been wanting to read Atalanta so I was excited to hear what you had to say about them!! I love your calm cadence, and how you explain the books! ❤

[@angelaholmes8888]

Ithaca is really good I can't wait to read the sequel and check out Atalanta

[@badfaith4u]

Wonderful video!

[@carolk2832]

im only halfway through the penélope but i do think you should check it out! Its a pretty short book too

[@rachel1021]

Perhaps one day I'll try reading Atalanta. The only Greek mythology retelling I've read is Wrath Goddess Sing by Maya Deane, which I thought was just okay.

[@Vanessanh3wi]

Interesting. I actually found the initial framing of ‘strength’ from a male perspective in Eros and Psyche was kind of the point - she was taught by the male society this is what strength is, and her character starts to view this differently as she does some self exploration. I thought it linked in with the concept of reframing what is perceived as a monster. The execution was clunky, but I still enjoyed it.

[@BritneyT.]

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[@scallydandlingaboutthebook2711]

I have really enjoyed Haynes' and Miller's retellings. I haven't tried Saint's as I had a feeling they might be weaker but you really sold Atalanta to me. Hope you are feeling better now.

[@WillowTalksBooks]

I like Miller’s books too, but Haynes is my absolute queen, followed by Saint. So please check her books out :)

[@scallydandlingaboutthebook2711]

@@WillowTalksBooks I will now 😀

[@niles9542]

I've added Atalanta to my list, but your recommendation of Clytemnestra is next for me. Hayes is the queen! I think she provides a great look at Penelope's personality via the snarky letters to Odysseus. 😂

[@mrbooboohead157]

Have you read penelopiad?

[@WillowTalksBooks]

Is this supposed to be a joke?

[@mrbooboohead157]

@@WillowTalksBooks no its by margaret atwood 😭😭

[@WillowTalksBooks]

I mention in the video that I haven’t read it

[@mrbooboohead157]

@@WillowTalksBooks shit 😅