If you are intrigued by Greek mythology – gods and goddesses, complex heroes and heroines, century-long vendettas – then Circe is for you.

Circe, daughter of Helios (the god of the sun) and a nymph, is not like other gods. She is not beautiful, her voice is shrill, and she has no magic, or so it seems. Ignored as a child in the halls of the gods and abandoned by her brother, Circe is left to her own devices. She ultimately seeks out the company of mortals, through which she ends up discovering she does have power – witchcraft.

Circe’s witchcraft exposes all of her siblings as witches causing Zeus, threatened and perhaps a little apprehensive, to exile Circe on a deserted island for eternity. Circe gains strength and resolve, and ends up discovering herself and her capabilities through her experiences on the island, meeting several infamous figures in Greek mythology along the way.

Circe is smart, well written and entertaining. There are elements of violence and abuse, but there is also lust, love, friendship and perseverance. I had no idea what to expect from Circe, but I flew through the pages and really enjoyed the story. Perfect for any occasion!

Verdict: Read it! (4/5 stars)
Length: 394 pages
When: You’re in the mood for something a little supernatural.
Quote: “For a hundred generations, I had walked the world drowsy and dull, idle and at my ease. I left no prints. I did no deeds. Even those who had loved me a little did not care to stay.”
Also consider: The Son of Achilles by Madeline Miller (haven’t read it, but it is now on my list!)

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