I adore historical references and I also find tales of Greek lore especially fascinating, so I thought this debut novel would be right up my alley . . . and I was totally right!
This novel is a retelling of the politics and conflicts between the nations of Greece and Troy as seen through the eyes of two sisters born of Sparta.
We often think of royalty in terms of its power and opulence, but through this particular lens, we get to explore the enormous burden of obedience and responsibility required of women in high ranks.
It’s a man’s world and a Queen’s position isn’t quite as glamorous or as privileged as it might appear at first glance . . . which makes me even more curious about the inner workings of the modern royal families.
I’d like to thank NetGalley and Dutton for an advanced copy of Daughters of Sparta for my unbiased evaluation. 4 stars
