"The Greek legend of Helen of Troy is brought to vivid atmospheric life in this absolutely fascinating and beautifully readable story. "
What a story! Epic in scale as it focuses on the Trojan war, this is also as intimate as can be as it spears Helen’s life and lays it bare. The Greek Myths are always interesting when told from a different viewpoint. Author Susan C. Wilson has the ability to breathe new life and fire into the tales that form part of the House of Atreus series.
While you can definitely read this as a standalone, I would recommend starting with the first in series Clytemnestra’s Bind before turning to Helen’s Judgement. With the spotlight this time on Clytemnestra’s sister Helen, Achilles looks back from the afterlife with an honest and thoughtful account.
This is a fascinating take and viewpoint, it feels authentic, and as though you are living in the reality of the time before the twists and ploys of the history books take place. While Helen’s story takes centre stage, the other well known characters are given equal billing which creates a colourfully vivid world.
While the sense of place is grounding, it really is about the thoughts and feelings of the characters as they each contribute to making the myth. Greed, selfishness, and entitlement, all play their part as the tale unfolds. Highly recommended, Helen’s Judgement is incredibly rewarding, and a definite for those who love their Greek mythology.
She's the most scapegoated heroine in Greek mythology, but there's never just one side to any story.
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She's the most scapegoated heroine in Greek mythology, but there's never just one side to any story. This new framing uncovers the complexities of Helen of Troy—a woman tormented by the blame placed on her by others, and tortured by her own guilt.
Helen's Judgement features in the following genres: Books of the Month, General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Modern and Contemporary Fiction, Sagas, Myths and Legends / Mythic fiction, Fiction, Modern and Contemporary Fiction, Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales, Myths and Legends / Mythic fiction, Sagas, Historical Fiction
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Helen's Judgement was written by Susan C Wilson and published by Neem Tree Press
Helen's Judgement has 432 pages
Yes it is part of The House of Atreus series
£8.99, reduced from £9.99. In Stock.
