A Spartan's Sorrow

Hannah Lynn

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A Spartan's Sorrow

A Spartan's Sorrow

Hannah Lynn

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She is a mother, a queen, a villain. However we remember her, her wrath will never be forgotten.

Clytemnestra is no stranger to pain. As a wife and queen, she bears it with stoicism. But when her husband does the unthinkable, sacrificing one of their daughters to appease the ruthless gods and bring himself glory in battle, Clytemnestra is forever changed.

No longer will she stand by, a mere witness to the brutal games of gods and men. She will play by their vicious rules. She will rise to power, cut down those who oppose her, and protect her remaining children, whatever the cost. But revenge is as venomous and unforgiving as a snake, and Clytemnestra's actions will change her family in ways she could never imagine.

Perfect for readers of lush, feminist retellings in the vein of Natalie Haynes and Elodie Harper, A Spartan's Sorrow is a nuanced story of power, loss, and bitter betrayal--a story of the rise and fall of history's most infamous queen.

Critical Reviews

"Lynn skillfully weaves in complex character development with historical details, creating a vibrant setting in which to explore a new rendition of this ancient story. The entire cast of characters is multifaceted, each with a distinct voice and motives of their own, which allows for a fantastically nuanced reading experience. Also, while this is listed as the second in the Grecian Women Trilogy, it is easily read as a standalone novel. Very highly recommended!" -- Historical Novel Society

"This retelling of the Greek mythologies and wars is Lynn's second in her Grecian Women novels. Readers who love classic stories retold from the feminist perspective like Circe, by Madeline Miller (2018), will enjoy this entire series." -- Booklist

Publishing Information

Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark
Pub date: 2024-04-02
Length: 336 pages

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