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Modern Women in a Mythical World

Atalanta, by Jennifer Saint – Atalanta is a Greek heroine to whom I don’t think I’ve devoted a post, although I did mention her in relation to the Calydonian Boar Hunt. As with a lot of mythical characters, the stories … Continue reading →

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Elektra, by Jennifer Saint – This is the author’s second book based on Greek mythology, after Ariadne. I liked that one better, but maybe that’s my preference for the more fantastic myths. Not that Elektra’s story isn’t insane as all get-out, … Continue reading →

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From the Cosmos to Crete

The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, by Becky Chambers – This story involves a crew of various species serving on a ship that makes wormholes. There’s a pretty large cast, and I can’t remember all of them. That … Continue reading →

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