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    The Silence of the Girls - Women of Troy by Pat Barker
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    Intense, thought-provoking, and brutally honest, "The Silence of the Girls" gives long-silenced women of myth a vivid voice - just know it's as harrowing as it is eye-opening.

    "The Silence of the Girls" by Pat Barker is a retelling of the Trojan War from the perspective of Briseis, a captured queen turned slave of Achilles. The book delves into the lives of women affected by the war, portraying their struggles, relationships, and resilience amidst the brutalities of ancient Greece. Through Briseis' narration, the story intertwines with the legends of Achilles and provides a deeper insight into the impact of war on both men and women.

    Swift-footed Achilles. Now there’s an interesting one. More than anything else, more than brilliance, more than greatness, his speed defined him. There’s a story that he once chased the god Apollo all...
    September 2018
    317 pages

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