#madline miller

[iamnotshazam]

having a blorbo in greek mythology and epics is like the ancient world version of realizing the tv show had a different writer for the one episode your critter was wildly out of character and everyone is like "oh that's so them!" ??? did we watch the same show? helen of troy/sparta is a slut no wait she is a perfect woman no no she is a flawed human being no hold on she's a woman making her way in a man's world wait no she is the archetypal victim no wait-

not coincidentally i am reading madeline miller's the song of achilles for the first time and odysseus just showed up halfway through and odysseus'ed across the page so hard he made me fall in love with him all over again. achilles/patroclus is some foundational tragic queer romance, yeah i respect that, but odysseus. the laughing snake that tricks you into forgetting he is always ready to bite. my man

i bet he is a tricky character to write well but as long as he falls somewhere on the wile e. coyote <--> bugs bunny spectrum he is probably in character. because his character is to be tricksily varied. is he just a dude trying to get home? is he a larger than life hero? a rat bastard nobody can trust? the one male in hellas with a working brain who doesn't listen only to his dick or his overinflated ego? a wifeguy (positive)? a wifeguy (negative)? athena's special boy in this generation (telemachus and orestes wiping their noses on their blankets still)? or her latest mortal hackeysack, legs blurring in a looney tunes run between zany schemes, just a bit faster than the other doomed shmucks? all are intensely valid interpretations and go all the way back to homer 2800 years ago. incredible.

someone in the book is making fun of odysseus for bragging about how much he likes the ship, fresh from ithaca!! penelope modeled for the figurehead!!! he gets to see her while they're apart!!!! and that's why i set the book down for a minute. hgn. hdmahflshsk. odysseus sweetie pie i hope you still like it twenty years from now. the ghosts of my middle school english notes defining "dramatic irony" scream in ecstasy from the great beyond

[aroace-hunter-of-artemis]

This is my first post here lol ....but here is a drawing of Patrochilles as teens returning to their cave in Pelion after collecting herbs and hunting because I am made of memories

[turtleslovetoread]

The Song of Achilles- Madeline Miller

‘This is what all mortals ask first, in disbelief, shock, fear. Is there no exceptions for me?’

‘The last thing I think is: Achilles’

[moose987]

Rereading this amazingly fabulous book! The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. She is an utter genius, her writing is just gorgeous, the story is easy to understand without a massive knowledge of Greek myths. Just go read it! Now!

[classicslesbianopinions]

madline miller: "i wanted to explore what it means to be a good person in a war setting, which is a very daring task to tackle. anyway, i'm conveniently retconning patroclus from being warrior to being a doctor because that saves me from acknowledging him being morally gray instead of a cinnamon roll uwu"

YEAHHHH i cannot tell you how much i want an achilles and patroclus story that actually faces head on the question of what it means to be so in love with someone who has done so much damage. like if you’re going to make patroclus so sensitive i want to see moral ANGUISH

[ooffoonoo]

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[heartseeker]

What are some other good books u read this year (also I hope things get better for you soon <3)?

the good stuff

on a sunbeam- tillie walden

warbreaker- branderson

way of kings- also branderson

luck in the shadows- lynn flewelling

circe- madline miller

kenneth oppel- skybreaker

a conspiracy of truths- alexandra rowland

vicious- ve schwab

the shadow of the wind- carlos ruiz zafon

artemis fowl- eoin colfer

the not so good stuff

aurora rising- amie kaufman & jay kristoff

gideon the ninth- tamsyn muir (im sorry locked tomb mutuals)

a study in scarlet- arthur conan doyle (why mormons?? this took me forever to read tbh)

the knife of never letting go- patrick ness

the shit

eleanor & park- rainbow rowell

[letsreadwomen]

recent reads you should also read

i am super way behind on doing reviews for books i’ve read which is bad but also i dont have the energy at the moment to do a proper deep dive into each one and dissect them (also because the backlog goes back to March and i simply don’t remember all pertinent details). so! instead of trying to catch up on them individually, im simply going to list the books and share why you could consider reading them as well. i hope you find something you enjoy!

Our Bloody Pearl by D.N. Bryn Nonbinary siren / mermaid who is attacked, kidnapped, and disabled keeps up her emotional defenses until she meets a softie pirate with a knack for technology (incl. prosthetics). sequel in the works!

On The Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta i love melina’s work and i know i love her work so it’s stupid it took me so long to pick this one up, but if you’re looking for cross-generational found family with a tragic backstory and stubborn teens falling in love and rebelling and standing up for each other you definitely can’t go wrong with this one

The Wicked Deep by Shea Earnshaw three sisters haunt a small harbour town, drowning boys every summer when an outsider visits and stirs up the population. each sister has a different opinion on the curse and how to handle it. the twists were a bit predictable but it makes for an easy read.

That Inevitable Victorian Thing by E.K. Johnston a post-steampunk world from an alternate history where Queen Victoria was more feminist in her policies than she was in our history sees her granddaughter visit Canada before she has to marry a computer-decided match. there she meets a childhood friend and new loves while uncovering a pirate conspiracy. ft. an intersex character and queer romance.

The Salt Path, The Secret Barrister and A Street Cat Named Bob im reccing these together because i read them one after the other and combined they provide a much needed insight into British society and the ways people can easily find themselves falling through the cracks and trying to handle it with as much dignity as they can. honourary mention for The Durrells Of Corfu which explores this concept (and many others) a few years in the past.

Circe by Madline Miller i am a sucker for retellings of mythologies and fairy tales (see also my female myth retellings rec series) so this was a required read for me. vindicating female characters written by men and intentionally depicted as evil is one of my favourite narratives angles and if you agree you should definitely pick this one up.

The Hand, The Eye, And The Heart by Zoe Mariott inspired by the legend of Hua Mulan, this story follows a protag who was raised female but presents as male to take their father’s place when the army calls. with the power of magical illusion they work their way up through the army while also discovering a rebellion and a conspiracy. sidenote: after i read this book i learned it has been criticised because the white author is telling a queer Asian story. if the story sounds intriguing, you may also want to check out the following rec lists for additional options: 

what to read after you finished (re-)watching Mulan: Rise Of A Warrior

more East Asia-inspired fantasy

retellings of Asian mythology

this Pride poc rec list

a list of asian lgbtq+ books

Asian wlw books

lgbtqiap+ ya books by Asian authors

The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert similar in vibe to The Darkest Part Of The Forest, this book is split into two sections: discovering a fairy tale world and tracing its existence in our modern world, only for our protag to follow the breadcrumbs into that beyond world to be tasked with finding a way through.

(If you like these reviews and would like to support me and my decaf coffee habit, please consider donating to my Ko-Fi. Happy reading!)

[faithlessjack]

Hey there! Thought I’d share this modern version of Achilles.

I had so much fun creating his design, hope you enjoy ^^

Also, I read “The Song of Achilles” by Madline Miller and it left me crying of the floor with way too many feels

Check out my blog for more!

[sasuketruther]

i wonder if circe by madline miller is good.

[tulipsonthemoon]

“I would know him in death, at the end of the world”.

The Song of Achilles, Madline Miller

[backliners]

dark madline miller show me the forbidden happy ending of song of achilles

[the-record-obituaries]

May 22, 2019: Obituaries

Joni Harris, 63

Mrs. Joni English Harris, age 63 of North Wilkesboro passed away May 19 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson.

           Memorial services will be held 4:00 PM Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Robert Duncan officiating.

           Mrs. Harris was born November 24, 1955 in Dover, DE to Robert and Mary Jane Blauvelt English.  She last worked as a driver for Wilkes Transportation after 28 years as a long-haul truck driver and she was a member of Oakwoods Baptist Church.

           She was preceded in death by her parents.

           She is survived by her husband; James Dan Harris of the home, daughter; Caryn Juarez of North Wilkesboro, two sisters; Marci Piner of North Wilkesboro and Star White of Milheim, PA, thirteen grandchildren and one great grandchild.

           In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to Mtn. Valley Hospice, 688  North Bridge Street, Elkin, NC  28621 or Pastor Robert Duncan Ministries, 746 Town N Country Drive, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

 Allie Wyatt, 90

Allie Virginia Wingler Wyatt, age 90, of McGrady, passed away Saturday, May 18,2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. She was born March 12, 1929 in Wilkes County to Joe Martin and Cora Louise Wyatt Wingler. Allie was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church. Mrs. Wyatt was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ray Hampton Wyatt; son, Kenneth Ray Wyatt; sisters, Artie Wingler Wyatt, Connie Wingler, Hettie Wingler, Lessie Wingler, Hester Shepherd and Hancil Wingler.

           Surviving are her son, Larry Wyatt of McGrady; granddaughter, Heather Wyatt-Nichol and spouse Kevin of Baltimore, MD; daughter-in-law, Karen Call of McGrady; grandsons, Russell Wyatt and spouse Alicia of Wilkesboro and David Call of North Wilkesboro; great-grandchildren, Virginia Nichol of Baltimore, MD, Emily Wyatt and Graden Wyatt both of Wilkesboro.

           Funeral Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Pastor Terry Call officiating.

           Burial will follow in Rock Springs Community Cemetery.                      The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted.

           Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Larry Yates, 61

Larry Dean Yates, age 61, of Ferguson, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. He was born February 20, 1958 in Wilkes County to Cecil and Ollie Ellis Yates. Mr. Yates was preceded in death by his father; son, Bruce Andrew Yates; and brothers, Roger Lewis Yates and Derrick Anthony Yates.

           Surviving are his wife, Karen Shoun Yates; son, Brian Adam Yates and spouse Sheena of Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Trinton Yates, Mason Yates, Henicy Yates; mother, Ollie Ellis Yates of North Wilkesboro; brother, Gary James Yates and spouse Faye of Millers Creek.

           Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Keith Lyon officiating. Entombment will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Mausoleum.                        The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 6:00 until 8:00 Wednesday night. Flowers will be accepted.

           Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Mary Wiles, 88

Mrs. Mary Richardson Wiles, age 88 passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Curis at Wilkesboro.

           Funeral services were held   May 21, at Little Mountain Baptist Church with Rev. Barry Shew officiating.  Burial was in the church cemetery.  

           Mrs. Wiles was born February 23, 1931 in Wilkes County to Lloyd and Amanda Jeannette Higgins Richardson.  Mary was a homemaker. She loved the Lord and gospel music. Mary once sung with "The Richardson Sisters" and "The Glory Light Singers".  She was a caregiver and was willing to help anyone in need. She was a member of Little Mountain Baptist Church.

           In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband; Brady Wiles, three sisters; Calear Brinegar, Marie Williams and Minnie Mastin and one brother; Woodrow Richardson.

           She is survived by three daughters; Brenda Souther, Janice Wagoner and husband Bobby all of North Wilkesboro, Renee Foster of Millers Creek, three grandchildren; Sharon Souther, Heather Brown and husband Clate and Chris Wagoner, three great grandchildren; Zane, Levi and Molly Brown and one sister; Martha R. Shew of North Wilkesboro.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Mtn. Valley Hospice, 401 Technology Lane, Suite 200, Mt.  Airy, NC 27030.

  Carol Harless, 73

Mrs. Carol Ruby Johnson Harless, age 73 of Millers Creek, widow of Bobby Jewel Harless, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2019 at her home.

                       Funeral services were May 20,   at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Leon Church officiating. Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

           Mrs. Harless was born March 15, 1946 in Wilkes County to George M. and Ruby Foster Johnson. She was a Mother to a lot of people, having taken care of many children through the years. Mrs. Harless loved to cook, bake and can.

           In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Jewel Harless.

           She is survived by two daughters; Karen Annette Mitchell of North Wilkesboro and Laura Harless Patterson of Millers Creek, a son; John Charles Mitchell and wife Wanda of North Wilkesboro, seven grandchildren; Joshua Mitchell, Jeremiah Mitchell, Jessica Call, Jimmie Patterson, Bryson Patterson, Emily Patterson and Hannah Patterson, a great grandchild; Brantley Mitchell, three sisters; Clara Sommers and husband Gerald of Hamptonville, Bonnie Triplett and husband Jimmy of Millers Creek and Nellie Chambers and husband Marvin of North Wilkesboro and two brothers; James Johnson and wife Nettie and Terry Johnson and wife Barbara all of Wilkesboro.

           Flowers will be accepted.

  Clyde Huffman, 77

Mr. Clyde Reece Huffman, age 77 of Union Grove, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem.

           Funeral services were May 19, at Sweet Home Baptist Church in Union Grove with Rev. Daniel Settle and Rev. Bud Wishon officiating.    Burial was in the church cemetery.  

           Mr. Huffman was born March 10, 1942 in Forsyth County to Joe and Ethel Virginia Allen Huffman. He was retired from Kosa Manufacturing in Salisbury, NC. Mr. Huffman was a member of Sweet Home Baptist Church.

           He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother; Bobby Huffman.

           Mr. Huffman is survived by his wife; Kathleen Poteat Huffman of the home, three sons; Bradley Huffman and wife Jackie of Mooresville, Greg Huffman and wife Scarlett of Yadkinville and Brian Huffman and wife Darcy of Ronda, seven grandchildren; Drew Huffman, Lucas Huffman, Jake Huffman, Ben Huffman, Katie Brooks  and husband Justin, Caroline Huffman and Lindsay Mize, four great grandchildren; Tucker, Evan, Sophia and Elliot, five sisters; JoAnn Buchanan of Clemmons, Shirley Wilson of Winston Salem, Faye Beeson and husband Larry of Winston Salem, Mary Staples and husband Harvey of Winston Salem and Linda Vest of Winston Salem and a sister in law; Alyce Huffman of Rockwell.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Sweet Home Baptist Church 6017 Hunting Creek Road, Union Grove, NC 28689.

 Ruth Stanley, 90

Ruth Madline Stanley, age 90, of North Wilkesboro, passed away  Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at

Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. Mrs. Stanley was born February 11, 1929 in Yadkin County to Elmer Andrew and Flossie Baity Sparks. She was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church on Rock Quarry Road and retired after 28 years with Tyson Foods. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Billy Jack Stanley; son, Billy Gray Stanley; granddaughter, Tina Estep; and brothers, Orie and William Sparks.

           Surviving are her daughter, Regina Stanley Felts and spouse Bobby of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Amy Batton, Candy Baker, Christopher Stanley; daughter-in-law, Carol Stanley of North Wilkesboro; brother, Fred Sparks and spouse Mary Lib of Yadkinville; fifteen great grandchildren; and six great great grandchildren.

           Funeral service was May 17,   at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Joel Blevins and Rev. Jason Whitley officiating. Burial   followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  Flowers will be accepted.

           Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

[turtleslovetoread]

Circe- Madeline Miller

‘All heroes are fools, he liked to say. What he meant was, all heroes but me.’

[whatlovelybooks]

Hey! So when I was in middle school I went through a "romance books are girly and stupid" phase (middle school me made many mistakes) but I've left those days behind me and I was wondering what your favorite romance novels/YA romances are? I have some time and I wanted to start reading them again but I don't know where to start.

Hello there! You’re at just the right place because I love me some good romance!

This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen

Something in Between by Melissa de la Cruz

My Life Next Door by Huntley Fitzpatrick

Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins

Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit by Robin Jaye Brown

When the Moon Was Ours by Anna-Marie McLemore

Everything Leads to You by Nina LaCour

The Start of Me and You by Emery Lord

The Unexpected Everything by Morgan Matson

The Summer of Chasing Mermaids by Sarah Ockler

The Song of Achilles by Madline Miller

One Man Guy by Michael Barakiva

Amy and Roger’s Epic Detour by Morgan Matson

[bella-geek]

goodreads link

5/5 stars

Another of my very favorite books I read in 2015.  If you've read The Iliad or seen the movie "Troy" - you'll already know this story and how it ends. But still - it's a bit of a different take on it. It's the story of the love between Achilles and Patroclus, and even knowing how it ends I loved it (and sobbed my way through the last few chapters).