I had already read the classical play Electra by Sophocles, but as many readers know, the ancient drama is quite brief and focused on a single climax. I felt a need to see this tragic myth fleshed out with more detail and emotional depth. Jennifer Saint’s novel provided exactly that by offering a multi-layered narrative told through three distinct female perspectives: Clytemnestra, Cassandra, and Electra.
While the book felt a bit long at times, the shifting POVs (Points of View) added a necessary richness to the story. I wouldn't say I had a favorite character—each woman is flawed and driven by her own "inscrutable" grief—but exploring the different aspects of their trauma was a rewarding experience.
In the original play, the focus is often on the vengeance, but here, the focus is on the price of being a woman in a world ruled by men and gods. For someone who loves Classical Antiquity, seeing these silent figures finally speak their truth made the long read worthwhile.
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