Classic Greek heroes such as Theseus, Odysseus, Jason, and Achilles thereby become supporting characters in Clytemnestra’s compelling storyline rather than dominating the narrative. Clytemnestra is often portrayed as a side character or villain in Greek mythology, but in this novel she takes the center stage. The novel’s strength lies in its ability to weave many complex stories into one linear narrative by centering all of these episodes on Clytemnestra herself. Although the book sometimes struggles under the weight of its multiple storylines, “Clytemnestra” still tells a compelling and unique story about one of Greek mythology’s most notorious female figures. The novel follows her as she navigates the male-dominated world of Ancient Greece, clinging onto her autonomy despite a life of tragedy. Casati’s novel retells the story of Helen of Troy’s twin sister, Clytemnestra - a strong warrior, mother, and queen with a knack for survival. This is how the eponymous heroine of Costanza Casati’s debut novel “Clytemnestra” is described by one of her enemies. “In my experience, ambitious people fall quickly.
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