This book is such an intriguing concept. Euripides has always been my favorite play write, and a modern day reimaging of the Bacchae that explores power dynamics, privilege, and delirium was something I didn't know I needed. 

This book is written very poetically, and explores the experiences of Lena, a woman who has been recently widowed, Hedy, Lena's eccentric friend from her dancing days, Drew, Lena's son and heir to his father's hotel chain, and Jordan, Drew's 'perfect' wife, as they travel to Naxos (yes, Ariadne's island) for the opening of the new hotel. Lena is intrigued by the women who dance in the firelight on the beach, and soon, Hedy, Lena, and Jordan are swept up in a frenzy. At the end of this novel, no one is left unchanged. If you've read the Bacchae, you can probably guess the direction of the story early, but I loved this modern spin on the ancient play. 

Typically, I'm not one for modern retellings, but the author's poetic way of relaying the story really drug me in. I was very pleasantly surprised by this book.

Thank you to Netgalley and Penguin Group Putnam for the chance to read and review this book!