New year, New reads! We begin this year's reads in ancient Greece, with a tale of war and love, power and weakness, following the prophecy of Prince Achilles. The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller is a beautiful story of two lovers and the tragedy they must face, destiny. 

Blurb:

Greece in the age of heroes. Awkward young prince Patroclus has been exiled to the court of King Pelus.

Despite their differences, Peleus’ golden boy Achilles befriends the shamed prince. As they grow into young men, their bond blossoms into something deeper - despite the displeasure of Achilles’ mother, the sea goddess Thetis.

But when word comes that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, Achilles must go to war in distant Troy and fulfil his destiny. Torn between love and fear for his friend, Patroclus goes with him.

Founders Review:

Published in 2012, Madeline Miller's book ‘The Song of Achilles’ is an intertwining tale of love and destiny, where the fate of war and power chips away at the peace of home comforts. A new take on The Iliad and delving into Greek Mythology’s heroic tales, this novel casts a new light on the human side of the Trojan War, bringing love and hope to a huge historical moment.

Where to find this book: £9.99 at bookshop.org