Madeline Miller Circe and The Song of Achilles 2 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Hardcover

Titles in This Set
The Song of Achilles
Circe

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Overview
This hardcover collection brings together two of Madeline Miller's celebrated Greek myth retellings in one striking set. The Song of Achilles reimagines the legendary bond between Patroclus and Achilles against the backdrop of the Trojan War, while Circe follows the exiled witch-goddess as she claims her own power on the island of Aiaia. Both novels combine lyrical, character-driven prose with sweeping mythic scope, making this set a standout addition for readers who love literary fiction rooted in the ancient world. It's a refined gift for fans of retold classics.

About the Books
Madeline Miller has become one of the most acclaimed voices in modern myth retelling, and this two-book hardcover set showcases why. The Song of Achilles, her debut novel, was awarded the Orange Prize for Fiction and was a New York Times bestseller. It traces the friendship-turned-love story of Patroclus and the demigod Achilles, from boyhood in the court of King Peleus to the shores of Troy, exploring loyalty, glory, and the cost of war through an intimate, human lens. Circe, Miller's follow-up novel, became an instant number one New York Times bestseller and was shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction. It reimagines the Odyssey's most misunderstood goddess, tracing her journey from a scorned daughter of the sun god Helios to a formidable witch who carves out independence on the island of Aiaia, encountering gods, monsters, and the wandering hero Odysseus. Together, these novels offer complementary perspectives on the same mythic world - one through a mortal hero's companion, the other through an immortal outsider finding her own strength. Both are written in Miller's signature lyrical style, blending classical scholarship with emotionally resonant storytelling, making this pairing an excellent gift for mythology and literary fiction fans alike.

Key Benefits

• Two award-winning Greek myth retellings in one matching hardcover set
• Includes The Song of Achilles, winner of the Orange Prize for Fiction
• Includes Circe, an instant #1 New York Times bestseller
• Lyrical, character-driven prose for literary fiction and mythology fans
• A polished hardcover set, great for gifting or a home library
• Perfect for fans of Homer's epics or other classical retellings

Book-by-Book Guide
The Song of Achilles — Miller reimagines the legendary bond between Patroclus and Achilles, tracing their friendship from boyhood through the Trojan War.
Circe — Miller follows the exiled witch-goddess Circe as she hones her craft on the island of Aiaia and encounters gods, monsters, and Odysseus himself.

About the Author
Madeline Miller grew up in New York City and Philadelphia and studied Classics at Brown University, earning a BA and MA. She spent over fifteen years teaching and tutoring Latin, Greek, and Shakespeare to high school students, and also studied at the University of Chicago and in the Dramaturgy department at Yale School of Drama, focusing on adapting classical texts for modern audiences. Her debut novel, The Song of Achilles, won the Orange Prize for Fiction, and her second novel, Circe, became an instant #1 New York Times bestseller, cementing her as a leading voice in myth retelling today.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This hardcover duo pairs two unforgettable myth retellings from a celebrated storyteller, perfect as a birthday or holiday gift for any book lover. Whether building a literary fiction collection or introducing a friend to Greek mythology, this set delivers lyrical prose and timeless themes in a beautifully matched hardcover presentation.

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