Circe by Madeline Miller Book Review & Discussion

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5 жыл бұрын

I finally read Circe by Madeline Miller and I have a lot to say! So I'm here with a book discussion and review of Circe. It is a stunning portrait of womanhood and patriarchy. Have you read this one yet?
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@NovelInk 5 жыл бұрын

This was such an unexpected gem for me, too! Totally agree that it's a completely character-driven book, and I think that's why it worked so well for me. I really, really loved hearing your thoughts and reflections on this one-- especially loved what you had to say about the conundrum of living in a patriarchal society. I love the balance that Miller was able to strike between keeping the scope of Circe's story epic-- because Greek myth IS epic, and Circe's story does span thousands of years-- while also keeping a very intimate, character-driven feel. I was just so impressed with Circe's characterization overall!

@BeautifullyBookishBethany 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Madalyn! Yes, this was surprisingly amazing, but I do love character-driven books. But I agree, she strikes an incredible balance here with the mythology and the personal story of Circe.

@linji8539 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely adored The Song of Achilles, and it remains one of my only 5/5 reads to this day. I was really excited to read Circe, but I simply couldn't get into it. I still haven't finished the book. I really enjoyed listening to your view on this book.

@iluv-toes8668 3 жыл бұрын

I really love how you summarized it. There is a lot to say about this book but I had not been able to put it into words.

@Ladybug91085 4 жыл бұрын

I just read Circe and I am in love! I can't wait to read her other book. This is seriously my new favorite book of all time.

@hissingpotatoes3337 5 жыл бұрын

I've been on the fence about this one, but your discussion places it firmly on my TBR.

@BeautifullyBookishBethany 5 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy to hear that!

@susannaalonso4735 2 жыл бұрын

Great recap of this book! Thanks for sharing!

@tahirareads 5 жыл бұрын

Circe has been on my TBR for a while but now I am so excited to pick it up sometime soon!

@BeautifullyBookishBethany 5 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@aephiinguyen 5 жыл бұрын

I also had similar thoughts on this book!! Great video!

@BeautifullyBookishBethany 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was so impressed with Circe.

@ReadandFindOut 5 жыл бұрын

Though I didn't love this quite as much as The Song of Achilles, Circe really resonated with me. I think this was largely because of this portrait of womanhood that you've described.

@BeautifullyBookishBethany 5 жыл бұрын

I still need to read Song of Achilles! Thank you for your thoughts on Circe.

@emilywalker1885 3 жыл бұрын

So much agree, absolute masterpiece

@BohoBookworm 5 жыл бұрын

I've been wanting to read Circe for a while now. A little concerned as I have read a couple of character driven novels lately which I wasn't the biggest fan of. I find them very slow paced?? I'll also definitely need to brush up on my greek mythology as you suggested haha!

@BeautifullyBookishBethany 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Jade! This definitely is a slower paced book, so make sure you're in the right mood for it. But I did love it!