The Shadow of Perseus

In The Shadow of Perseus, Claire Heywood explores the myth of Perseus through the eyes of three marginalized women: Danae, Medusa, and Andromeda. By giving these women a voice, the author challenges the traditional narrative and presents a more nuanced and complex portrayal of the hero. The book is praised for its fresh and original take on the myth, as well as its human drama and compelling characters. Fans of Jennifer Saint, Elodie Harper, and Natalie Haynes are particularly recommended.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 21 February 2023
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

A captivating retelling that will keep you on the edge of your seat! So intriguing and thought-provoking, JENNIFER SAINT has crafted a fresh and original take on the myth of Perseus. I was utterly gripped by the human drama at the novel's heart. ELODIE HARPER has delivered a perfect blend of mystery, romance, and adventure, making this a must-read for fans of Jennifer Saint, Elodie Harper, and Natalie Haynes, the author of Daughters of Sparta.

Claire Heywood returns with an imaginative reinterpretation of the myth of the great hero Perseus, shedding light on the voices of three women who are often overlooked in the traditional version. Their stories reveal a man who may not be the hero we think he is.

His mother, Banished from her homeland due to a prophecy foretelling that her unborn child will one day cause the death of her father, Danae finds herself stranded, pregnant, and alone. Forging a new life for herself and her young son Perseus will be the hardest thing she has ever done.

His trophy, As a member of a reclusive band of women known as the Gorgons, Medusa has eschewed all contact with the outside world. That is, until the day she finds an injured boy named Perseus in the forest.

His wife, When a harsh sandstorm threatens to destroy her nomadic desert tribe's way of life, Andromeda knows that a sacrifice will be required to appease the gods and end the storm. But when a forceful young Perseus interferes, Andromeda's life is set on an entirely new path.

As Perseus becomes increasingly obsessed with the promise of his own destiny, his heroic journey casts a shadow of violence and destruction across all three women's lives. But even as he tries to silence them, the women may find that reclaiming their voices is their only hope for lifting themselves into a better future.

The Shadow of Perseus has received rave reviews from readers worldwide. I absolutely loved it!

Weight: 514g
Dimension: 164 x 242 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399702669