![]() ![]() Cassandra’s story has always been one I related to, and I enjoyed reading her story just as I had imagined it but with that special touch that only Saint can add to it. ![]() I love how the story stays very close to the Ancient Greek plays that introduced them and went on to add a depth that plays cannot convey in their written form. It’s a story that has touched me at my core with the relatable pain and heartache all three women experience through no fault of their own. This writing style makes the poignancy of this tragic tale all the more impactful and memorable. I immediately felt drawn into the story with its beautiful, lyrical prose that flowed through the many years that the story covers. I expect a tragic but beautiful story of three strong and courageous women for whom life dealt the worst hand. And it’s through my study of those plays I first learned about the characters in this story. ![]() ![]() The previous story reminded me of a tragic Greek play. I read Ariadne by Jennifer Saint, and I expect a similar tale. Initial Expectations (before I began reading): This tale is based on Greek Mythology and touched my heart in profound, everlasting ways. Elektra by Jennifer Saint is the poignant and epic story of three women whose lives were irrevocably changed by Agamemnon, the king of Mycenae – Elektra, Clytemnestra, and Cassandra. ![]()
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