Hot take, but I feel this book is a bit overrated. I had heard that people sobbed over the pages and that got me so excited. But alas, I did not feel so deeply for our heroes. Honestly I felt more for Thetis and her character development. I wonder what that says about me as a reader? I guess I was left unfulfilled because I wanted more from their reunion. 2 1/2 stars for making me feel depressed.
Hot take, but I feel this book is a bit overrated. I had heard that people sobbed over the pages and that got me so excited. But alas, I did not feel so deeply for our heroes. Honestly I felt more for Thetis and her character development. I wonder what that says about me as a reader? I guess I was left unfulfilled because I wanted more from their reunion. 2 1/2 stars for making me feel depressed.
Now, I've not read the Odyssey since middle school probably. But one of my friends shared with me this EP called Epic: Official Concept Album and I couldn't fly to my bookshelf fast enough after listening to it. I hadn't remembered the story was so emotional and sad. I suppose looking at this classic through the lens of one who has grieved is different than a kid trying to pass their midterm English exam. Anyway, refreshing myself with Homer's epic was everything I wanted. An adventure that will reside in my head forever, rent free.
Originally posted at youtu.be.
Now, I've not read the Odyssey since middle school probably. But one of my friends shared with me this EP called Epic: Official Concept Album and I couldn't fly to my bookshelf fast enough after listening to it. I hadn't remembered the story was so emotional and sad. I suppose looking at this classic through the lens of one who has grieved is different than a kid trying to pass their midterm English exam. Anyway, refreshing myself with Homer's epic was everything I wanted. An adventure that will reside in my head forever, rent free.
Originally posted at youtu.be.
Hot take, but I feel this book is a bit overrated. I had heard that people sobbed over the pages and that got me so excited. But alas, I did not feel so deeply for our heroes. Honestly I felt more for Thetis and her character development. I wonder what that says about me as a reader? I guess I was left unfulfilled because I wanted more from their reunion. 2 1/2 stars for making me feel depressed.
Hot take, but I feel this book is a bit overrated. I had heard that people sobbed over the pages and that got me so excited. But alas, I did not feel so deeply for our heroes. Honestly I felt more for Thetis and her character development. I wonder what that says about me as a reader? I guess I was left unfulfilled because I wanted more from their reunion. 2 1/2 stars for making me feel depressed.
Hot take, but I feel this book is a bit overrated. I had heard that people sobbed over the pages and that got me so excited. But alas, I did not feel so deeply for our heroes. Honestly I felt more for Thetis and her character development. I wonder what that says about me as a reader? I guess I was left unfulfilled because I wanted more from their reunion. 2 1/2 stars for making me feel depressed.
Hot take, but I feel this book is a bit overrated. I had heard that people sobbed over the pages and that got me so excited. But alas, I did not feel so deeply for our heroes. Honestly I felt more for Thetis and her character development. I wonder what that says about me as a reader? I guess I was left unfulfilled because I wanted more from their reunion. 2 1/2 stars for making me feel depressed.