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Elektra
The mesmerising story of Troy from the three women at its heart
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Elektra
An exciting, lyrical new retelling of the trojan war stories from Jennifer Saint, the bestselling author of ELEKTRA (UK, Sunday Times, May 2022) and ARIADNE (UK, Sunday Times, April 2021).
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The spellbinding new retelling of the Trojan War drawn from the perspective of the fearless women at the heart of it all.
'The story and its characters swept me up and engulfed me, I could not put this one down' - REAL READER REVIEW
'I was glued to it from beginning to end and could not wait to recommend to my friends afterwards.' - REAL READER REVIEW
'Jennifer Saint has breathed new life into this myth and put her own stamp on it' - REAL READER REVIEW
'A brilliant read' Women & Home | 'A spirited retelling' Times | 'Beautiful and absorbing' Fabulous | 'A vivid reimagining of Greek mythology' Harper's Bazaar | 'Jennifer Saint has done an incredible job' Red
The House of Atreus is cursed. A bloodline tainted by a generational cycle of violence and vengeance. This is the story of three women, their fates inextricably tied to this curse, and the fickle nature of men and gods.
Clytemnestra
The sister of Helen, wife of Agamemnon - her hopes of averting the curse are dashed when her sister is taken to Troy by the feckless Paris. Her husband raises a great army against them and determines to win, whatever the cost.
Cassandra
Princess of Troy, and cursed by Apollo to see the future but never to be believed when she speaks of it. She is powerless in her knowledge that the city will fall.
Elektra
The youngest daughter of Clytemnestra and Agamemnon, Elektra is horrified by the bloodletting of her kin. But can she escape the curse, or is her own destiny also bound by violence?
Praise for Jennifer Saint and Ariadne:
'A lyrical, insightful re-telling' Daily Mail
'Relevant and revelatory' Stylist
'Energetic and compelling' Times
'An illuminating read' Woman & Home
'A story that's impossible to forget' Culturefly
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Elektra by Jennifer Saint is praised for its emotional depth, lush and evocative prose, and ability to bring classical settings to life. Reviewers highlight the novel's fresh yet faithful approach to its mythological roots, its spellbinding narrative, and its vibrant portrayal of Mycenaean Greece. The story, focusing on three women's destinies, is celebrated for its cinematic sweep and the immersive experience it offers readers.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781472273956
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 19 January 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Wildfire
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 126.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 270g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Jennifer Saint grew up reading Greek mythology and was always drawn to the untold stories hidden within the myths. She read Classical Studies at King's College, London where she is now a Visiting Research Fellow in the Classics department. After thirteen years as a high school English teacher, she wrote Ariadne which was shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year in 2021 and was a Waterstones Book of the Month, as well as being a Sunday Times bestseller. Her second novel, Elektra, and third novel, Atalanta, were number one Sunday Times bestsellers. Her latest mesmerising mythological retelling is titled Hera.
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