I just loved this book. The Amazons have always been a fascinating part of mythology to me (and I do love mythology in general), and added together with the popular Troy/Helen story and all told in an absolutely original way....I cannot think of anything better. But then to have that story melded together with an equally intriguing story in the present tense...of modern day Amazons and the need for strong women to protect other women from men and the lack of justice sometimes inherent in the law. Plus, a fairly juicy love story wrapped in a mystery and a little bit of danger (mmmmm, Nick). Holy wow. I loved the little detail of the current day Amazons adopting the names of their original members, Kymee, Myrina, Lilli...and the story of how those women were added to the ranks. The research you could tell the author did came through on every page, and though you know it is still a retelling of a myth, you just want to believe it all so badly. Everything here so beautifully flowed together. And the role Granny (Kara) played in Diana's life, the relationship they, what it was based on, the lessons Granny taught, and the help Diana gave her in the end to go back home...that was the perfect tie in for everything. Wonderful read.