"This penetrating and wise retelling of a Greek Myth is full of the strength, vitality, and perseverance of women."
Clever and insightful storytelling ensures thoughts of an age old tale are challenged in this beautifully eloquent novel. Clytemnestra finds herself the prize of the man who tore apart her family in his bid to become King. One suggestion, if you don’t already know the Greek myth surrounding Clytemnestra perhaps wait until you’ve finished reading before exploring further.
I’ve previously spent time in other reimagined stories of these myths and love how my opinions can spin depending on the viewpoint. That is particularly the case here, as the spotlight shines on a much maligned woman. The story is told in the first person, allowing such intimate access, you join her and see her thoughts as she makes her decisions.
The epic nature of the tale and the individual cogs that fit together within it are absolutely fascinating. This world is brought to vividly intense life, with the focus on motherhood, and the strength of women. I was delighted to learn that this is the first in a trilogy by Susan C. Wilson, with the next two novels focusing on Clytemnestra’s twin sister Helen, and then her daughter Electra.
Painting a vibrant scene and allowing access to a different viewpoint, Clytemnestra’s Bind is an exciting and powerful novel.
Clytemnestra's Bind is a bold and brutal first-person retelling that redefines her story, unveiling the untold depths of her soul and the legacy she forged as a mother, wife, and queen.
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Clytemnestra's Bind is a bold and brutal first-person retelling that redefines her story, unveiling the untold depths of her soul and the legacy she forged as a mother, wife, and queen. Queen Clytemnestra's world shatters when Agamemnon, a rival to the throne of Mycenae, storms her palace, destroys her family and claims not only the throne but Clytemnestra herself.
Clytemnestra's Bind features in the following genres: Historical Fiction, Books of the Month, Recommendations, General Fiction, Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales, Historical romance, Fiction, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss, Romance / Relationship Stories, Fiction: narrative themes, Literary Fiction, Literary Fiction
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Clytemnestra's Bind was written by Susan C Wilson and published by Neem Tree Press an imprint of Unbound
Yes it is part of The House of Atreus series
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