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Song for Medusa

Name: Song for Medusa
Brand: Simon & Schuster NZ
SKU: 9798881600242
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A Graphic Novel

By Grace Desmarais

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A sapphic graphic-novel reimagining of the Medusa myth, where the fearsome Gorgon and a blind princess fall in love against impossible odds. Perfect for readers of Lore Olympus and The Song of Achilles. Song for Medusa is a sapphic reimagining of the petrifying Gorgon Medusa, who... Read More

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A sapphic graphic-novel reimagining of the Medusa myth, where the fearsome Gorgon and a blind princess fall in love against impossible odds. Perfect for readers of Lore Olympus and The Song of Achilles.

Description

A sapphic graphic-novel reimagining of the Medusa myth, where the fearsome Gorgon and a blind princess fall in love against impossible odds. Perfect for readers of Lore Olympus and The Song of Achilles.

Song for Medusa is a sapphic reimagining of the petrifying Gorgon Medusa, who falls in love with a blind princess who is not affected by her curse.

Medusa has lived in her temple prison for years, turning men who seek glory to stone. Her only comfort is the mysterious song drifting from the villa palace above. After a chance encounter with Princess Cyrene—whose blindness spares her—the two lonely women find in each other kindred spirits, and soon, love.

A romantic, resilient retelling of a classic myth
Centers LGBTQ+ and disabled characters with care
Lush, expressive, cinematic artwork
Perfect for fans of romantic fantasy and queer mythology retellings

Fall under Medusa's spell in a myth made new... beautiful, powerful, and unforgettable.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9798881600242

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 December 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 35g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

Grace Desmarais is a Brooklyn-based cartoonist and illustrator whose work is inspired by history, magic, and romance. Song for Medusa is her debut graphic novel, reimagining one of Greek mythology's most iconic figures through lush artwork and an emotionally rich story.

When she isn't making comics, Grace can usually be found writing fan fiction, playing soccer, or replaying Dragon Age. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband and far too many books. Follow her on Instagram and Substack at @gracedesmarais.

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