The Song of Achilles

By: Madeline Miller

Narrated by: Frazer Douglas

Length: 11 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

Bloomsbury presents The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, read by Frazer Douglas.

The international sensation.

Winner of the Orange Women's Prize for Fiction.

A Sunday Times and New York Times best seller.

Greece in the age of heroes. Patroclus, an awkward young prince, has been exiled to the court of King Peleus and his perfect son, Achilles. Despite their differences, Achilles befriends the shamed prince, and as they grow into young men skilled in the arts of war and medicine, their bond blossoms into something deeper - despite the displeasure of Achilles' mother, Thetis, a cruel sea goddess. But when word comes that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, Achilles must go to war in distant Troy and fulfil his destiny. Torn between love and fear for his friend, Patroclus goes with him, little knowing that the years that follow will test everything they hold dear.

©2011 Madeline Miller (P)2012 HarperCollins Publishers

Critic reviews

"Captivating." (Donna Tartt)

"Sexy, dangerous, mystical." (Bettany Hughes)

"Ravishingly vivid." (Emma Donoghue)

Gorgeous prose and strong storytelling

Narrator has such skill in weaving the story. Reccomended this highly story highly and I listened to the whole thing in 3 days.

Amazing! Loved every minute!

Absolutely worth listening to! It is well written and well read. Would definitely recommend it.

Beautiful

Oh the drama of the gods, the theatre of ancient Greece. I loved the every second.

A Captivating Ode to Love, Fate, and Heroism

The Song of Achilles, written by Madeline Miller, is an exquisite masterpiece that gracefully brings to life one of Greek mythology's most iconic tales. Blending history and mythology with a touch of romance, Miller weaves an enchanting narrative that captures the essence of human emotions, illuminates the complexity of relationships, and explores the true meaning of heroism.

At the heart of this epic is the tender and powerful bond between Patroclus, an exiled prince, and Achilles, the legendary hero of the Trojan War. From their initial meeting as young boys to their tumultuous journey through adolescence and war. Miller's portrayal of their relationship is both delicate and intense, filling the pages with vulnerability and unwavering loyalty.

Miller's writing style is as poetic as the legends themselves. Her prose glides effortlessly, painting vivid scenes of ancient Greece, immersing the reader in a world of gods and mortals. She masterfully combines vivid descriptions with introspective moments, capturing the inner struggles and desires of her characters. The author's meticulous research is evident, as she seamlessly incorporates elements of Greek mythology, weaving them into the fabric of the story with authenticity and reverence.

I could not recommend this book more.

Beautiful Narration

Love Madeline Miller's writing style and the reader ( Frazer Doughlas ) nailed every characters intonations !!! would repear on the listen

Miller is a marvel

An excellent follow up to Circe, Miller’s story telling creates rich characters that pull the listener in and her style is perfectly suited to this period of classical history and mythology.

Best I've ever heard!!!

So glad I got this book recommendation from youtuber Stephanie Soo, such a great book that captivated my attention and kept me at the edge of my seat right till the end. Loved the narration as well, definitelymust read!!!!

Book Tok was right

I need a year to emotionally recover but I loved it 😭😭 Frazer Douglas brought the story to life and it was perfect.

Beautiful story with amazing prose!

Yet another fantastic book by Miller! I couldn’t put it down. The intro was a bit slow but so necessary. It exceeded all expectations. Cannot recommend it enough. The narrator is amazing and embodies the characters in a phenomenal way.

Meh... but okay if you want a light read.

I don't feel that this book brought anything new or interesting to this well known story (besides making the gay romance between the protagonists much more explicit, which is fine). It just made me want to rewatch the movie Troy. This is a very okay book and was the perfect pallette cleanser between heavier reads. Perfect for your mom's book club or for dozing off to on the beach.