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Title: Renault would be proud
Review: Sadly, The Song of Troy is no longer in print, and the novel is hard to find; however, it is a must read for anyone interested in the Trojan War or historical fiction in general. McCullough writes her tale with grace and thoughtfulness comparable to Mary Renault. The Trojan War and the events leading up to it are told in about a dozen different perspectives, which offer a diverse and full encapsulation of the period. I especially admire McCullough's interpretation of the rift between Achilles and Agamemnon, which seems more plausible, in my opinion, than the usual explanation. While people may disagree with her interpretation, it is impossible to find flaws in her prose, which is eloquent, evocative, and captivating.
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