The Song of Achilles: A Novel

Name: The Song of Achilles: A Novel
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Rating: 4.5 (128778 reviews)
Author: Madeline Miller

by Madeline Miller

Romance Historical Fiction Literary Fiction

4.5 (128,778)

4.5 stars from 128,778 reviews. One of the highest rated Romance books we track.

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Perfect for you if...

You love historical fiction that rewrites classical stories with emotional depth and complexity, especially when told from an unexpected point of view.
You're drawn to character-driven narratives where the relationship between two people becomes the heart of an epic tale.
You enjoyed Mary Renault's work or want dense, literary fiction that treats ancient mythology as seriously as historical drama.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer straightforward retellings of the Iliad without significant departures from Homer's original narrative and character dynamics.
You want action-first storytelling where battle scenes and political intrigue take centre stage over introspection and emotional nuance.
You're looking for a quick, light read rather than a substantial literary novel that demands your full attention.

About this book

The Song of Achilles is a retelling of the legend of Achilles and the Trojan War set in ancient Greece during the Age of Heroes. The novel draws on Homer's The Iliad while presenting an original interpretation of the story, incorporating elements of gods, kings, immortal fame, and human emotion. Madeline Miller's debut novel combines action, epic storytelling, and literary craft. The work has received recognition from established authors and is positioned to appeal to readers of classical historical fiction.

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Currently #102 in the Kindle store — a top-1,000 bestseller.

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Currently 4.5★ from 128,778 reviews

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