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kaitlynisliterate's Reviews (466)
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I consider myself a fast reader but to truly understand this book, you have to read carefully and slowly.
This book runs into the inescapable problem faced with retellings, especially Greek mythology retellings. Greek myths do not need to "make sense" in terms of the narrative. Thus, a retelling must choose between remaining faithful to the myth or changing aspects for a better narrative structure. Unfortunately, Atalanta writes itself into a corner with the love interests, making the ending extremely forced.
Decently compelling characters but the plot twist and ending were so predictable and underwhelming. I was surprised by Nathan’s death though.