In true Greek Mythology style, it covers some pretty hefty topics as Medusa and Perseus exchange stories of male abuse against women. Some incredibly insightful words about what we allow to affect us, and how.Īnd about being true, and just, and honest to ourselves. So many deep observations about the concept of female beauty and its perceived importance to society, and the impact that has on a woman, whether she is conscious of her appearance or not. This is not a particularly long book - I read it in a few hours - but Jessie has packed in so many though-provoking gems of wisdom that I wished I had a physical copy to annotate. Medusa and her sisters are in self-imposed exile on a deserted island until a stranger, Perseus arrives on their shore, apparently lost.Īs Medusa and Perseus exchange stories with a literal wall between them so that he cannot see her snakes, the similarities in their tales come to light, and feelings begin to blossom between them.īut will the truth make them stronger? Or break their fragile foundations apart? I was a bit skeptical going into this one, but for me, it turned out to be well worth the read! I should start by saying that I am not normally a huge fan of Greek mythology.
an impressive addition to the shelves of feminist retellings, balancing rage with beautiful storytelling' - Irish Times 'It’s an ideal gift for teenage girls finding their voice and their power' - Stylist 'Gift ideas for the book lovers in your life' stole my heart from its first fierce lines' - Mary Watson 'A beautiful and compassionate retelling that gives the serpent-headed monster of myth a powerful and haunting humanity' - Jennifer Saint '. a must read for women of all ages' - Red Magazine '. Illuminating the girl behind the legend, it brings alive Medusa for a new generation.
But when a charmed, beautiful boy called Perseus arrives on the island, her lonely existence is disrupted with the force of a supernova, unleashing desire, love and betrayal… Filled with glorious full-colour illustrations by award-winning Olivia Lomenech Gill, this astonishing retelling of Greek myth is perfect for readers of Circe and The Silence of the Girls.
Exiled to a far-flung island by the whims of the gods, Medusa has little company except the snakes that adorn her head instead of hair. This dynamic feminist retelling is illustrated with stunning, polychromatic power' - Guardian Books of the Year _ A dazzling, feminist retelling of Greek myth from the internationally bestselling author of The Miniaturist, stunningly illustrated by Olivia Lomenech Gill. Sheer perfection from start to finish' - Catherine Doyle 'A beautiful and profound retelling' - Madeline Miller, author of CIRCE and THE SONG OF ACHILLES 'Utterly transporting.
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