Atalanta: A Novel

Lately, I’ve been on a Greek retelling kick, so I jumped at the opportunity when I saw an ARC of Atalanta. Atalanta was a mortal amongst immortals, a woman who fought for her life every step of the way. So when Artemis asks her to be her champion on a quest for the golden fleece, Atalanta knows it’s her time to shine.Atalanta is a shining example of a woman’s strength. In her forest, she is loved and feels like she belongs. Amongst the Argonauts, she feels unwanted. Women can’t fight or do quests, so they don’t want her there. She’s just waiting for a chance to prove herself—something she’s had to do a lot in her life.This was a fun retelling. I enjoyed Atalanta’s strength and desire to prove herself and make her place in a world that favors men. Saint has brought Atalanta to life for her readers, giving us even more reason to love Atalanta. And the cover is just absolutely beautiful.Thank you, Flatiron Books, for sending this my way.

Book Review⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Thank you to #NetGalley and #FlatIronBooks for providing this ARC.I recently finished reading "Atalanta" by Jennifer Saint, and I absolutely loved it! This book is a beautiful retelling of the ancient Greek myth of Atalanta, a fierce and independent huntress who defies the expectations of her society and follows her own path.Saint's writing is lyrical and immersive, transporting the reader to the ancient world of Greece and bringing the characters to life with vivid descriptions and richly-drawn personalities. Atalanta is a compelling protagonist, and her journey from a young girl determined to prove herself to a powerful and confident woman who stands up for her own beliefs is a joy to read."Atalanta" would be great for lovers of "Circe" by Madeline Miller. Both books feature strong female protagonists who challenge the norms of their society and seek to forge their own paths, and both are beautifully written and richly detailed. "Circe" focuses more on the eponymous sorceress's magical abilities, while "Atalanta" is more grounded in the world of human relationships and politics.What I appreciated most about this book, however, was the way that it explores themes of gender, identity, and power. Atalanta's struggle to be taken seriously as a woman in a man's world is one that many readers will be able to relate to, and her ultimate triumph over those who would seek to control her is both empowering and inspiring.Overall, I highly recommend "Atalanta" to anyone who loves Greek mythology, strong female characters, and beautifully-crafted writing. This book is a true gem that deserves a place on every bookshelf.

After reading Ariadne and Elektra, I was super eager to start reading Atalanta. It is no disappointment. Like her other books, Jennifer Saint has crafted an amazing telling of the story of Atalanta. I never even knew there was a woman amongst the Argonauts; I'm pretty sure the version I saw on TV as a child only showed men. So it was great to see that a woman was amongst them, and how much she achieved. Atalanta is an inspirational woman of vitality, courage, and determination.If you enjoy stories about greek myth, then Atalanta, and indeed Ariadne and Elektra, are books for you!

I am a huge fan of Jennifer Saint and after reading Ariadne and Elektra I couldn’t wait for Atalanta. I bought the hardcover and the kindle version too.I really enjoyed reading this. Greek mythology is my favourite genre but I find it hard to find well written ones and sometimes I can become a bit bored or distracted and want to get to the end of it. Atalanta kept my attention the whole time. I liked how little information was available on the book because I didn’t know what to expect and there were a lot of references to previous main characters which I found really nostalgic.The story of Atalanta’s life is interesting and full of the usual Greek tragedy and adventure but I love how there’s such a huge focus on what women could be like in that time. You get to read different perspectives on women other than the usual wife, daughter, possession stereotypes that most books focus on, in this book they’re powerful and heroic.My only issue with Jennifer Saint books is the pacing. I feel sometimes the main parts happen so randomly and rushed that it discombobulates me and I have to read it again so I’m left feeling a bit disappointed.I loved the characters and the story, the hardcover looks lovely and matches the other two books I own by Jennifer Saint.Overall, I rate the book 4.5 and I was annoyed at myself for finishing it so quick. I’d recommend it to anyone!