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“This is a fantastic retelling of the story of Medea from ancient myth and legend. Historically, Medea was the daughter of King Aeetes of Colchis in Greek mythology, and wife of the mythical hero Jason, leader of the Argonauts. As with many origin stories, this book explores the story of Medea from her earliest years, to her meeting (and eventual marriage) to Jason, as well as her relationships with the other characters in her life, such as her family, Atalanta and Circe. What I think sets this retelling apart however is character development throughout the book and the beautiful prose employed by Hewlett which keeps bringing you back for more. It is a tragic story, wonderfully told and narrated which has everything you could want from a novel: action, adventure, romance, tragedy, heart-break and magic - I wish I could say more but I wouldn't want to risk giving anything away. If you like mythological retellings, this one is an absolute must-read!”
— Peter • The Bookhouse
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From an unmissable new voice comes the powerful and epic story of mythology's darkest heroine.
Shunned. Persecuted. Tormented.
Medea longs for a different life. Since childhood, she has been separated from her sister, shunned by her mother, and persecuted and tormented by her brother and father. All because of a unique and dangerous talent: witchcraft.
Fierce. Powerful. Sorceress.
But when a dashing young hero, Jason, arrives to claim the famed Golden Fleece that her father fiercely protects, Medea sees her opportunity for escape. Her offer to help Jason overcome the trials set by her father sets in motion a journey that will test every ounce of her strength, magic and loyalty; a journey that will see her battle monsters, dethrone kings and fall in love.
When faced with the ultimate betrayal, Medea is driven to an act of desperation so brutal it rips apart the lives of everyone involved...
©2024 Rosie Hewlett (P)2024 Penguin Audio
Having secured a First Class Honours degree in Classical Literature and Civilisation at the University of Birmingham, Rosie Hewlett has studied Greek mythology in depth and is passionate about unearthing strong female voices within the classical world.
Her self-published debut novel, Medusa, won the Rubery Book of the Year award in 2021.
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