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The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
4.0

Pros: Writing is beautiful and accessible
Makes mythological heroes flawed, realistic characters
Opulence of Greek setting
Contrast of gods and humans
Good intro to Greek mythology

Cons: Felt like the book was coming to a natural end about halfway through
The war section was very long (I know this is the point as it was a long war but it felt drawn out
in parts)