S07 E05 - The Song of Achilles

We return this week to tackle our first Greek mythology retelling as we discuss the heart-breaking The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller.Forget what you know from the Hollywood and Disney versions, it’s time to go back to the source as we discuss prideful heroes and gods, understated but beautiful writing, and gut-punch endings. There is even a cameo from baby Edward at the end of the episode!Episode Timepoints:00:00 - Intro00:15 - Life Updates02:25 - An Introduction to the Author07:45 - Spoiler Warning09:20 - The Blurb10:00 - Our Discussion of 'The Song of Achilles'01:02:20 - The Book We Will Be Discussing Next Time01:03:45 - OutroOther Books Mentioned:Circe by Madeline MillerThe Illiad / The Odyssey by HomerA Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz MeadowsLinks:Madeline Miller on GoodreadsMadeline Miller on InstagramMadeline Miller’s websiteReading Materials on GoodreadsLucia on GoodreadsCorrie on GoodreadsReading Materials on Instagram