Book: Ithaca
Author: Claire North
Pages: 416
This is my 154th read for the year
What Amazon Says:
17 years ago, King Odysseus sailed to war with Troy, taking with him every man of fighting age from the island of Ithaca. None of them has returned, and the women of Ithaca have been left behind to run the kingdom. Penelope was barely into womanhood when she wed Odysseus. While he lived, her position was secure. But now, years on, speculation is mounting that her husband is dead, and suitors are beginning to knock at her door. No one man is strong enough to claim Odysseus empty throne - not yet. But as everyone waits for the balance of power to tip, Penelope knows that any choice she makes could plunge Ithaca indo a bloody civil war.
This was a great book. I found it on a discount rack, and what a gem! The writing is excellent and the story is intriguing. Love the characters. It is focused on the women - and told by one of the gods. The story centers around Penelope, but heavily involes Clytemnestra - which is a favorite of mine (side note - you need to read the book Clytemnestra by Constanza Casati. It is excellent). This is the first book in the trilogy and I cannot wait to read the next one. Check this one out.
Stars: 5
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