About the book
In this inventive retelling of the Medusa myth, readers get an intimate look into the life of a legendary mythical villain who has so often been stripped of her voice and humanity—perfect for fans of Madeline Miller and Jennifer Saint
\"Imaginative and thought-provoking.\" —Laura Shepperson, author of Phaedra
You know how Medusa’s story ends, but you’ve never heard her tell her own story … until now.
The only mortal daughter of two sea gods, and a priestess of Athena, Medusa was a woman who thought she had found her place in the world. But when Medusa suffers a horrific violation at the hands of Poseidon, Athena is outraged over the desecration of her name and sends a message by transforming Medusa into the snake-haired monster of legend. With one look, any who meet her gaze is turned to stone.
Word of her monstrosity travels fast, igniting a king’s fear so greatly that he commands the boy-hero Perseus to bring him her head. With a power that will spare no one, Medusa begins to wonder if this is a blessing or a curse. Medusa only knows that she must leave the city she has come to call home before she harms another soul.
Searching for a haven free from mortals, anger buoying her every step, Medusa journeys across ancient Greece. Her eyes are hidden beneath a blindfold, with nothing but the snakes for company. Through her travels, Medusa discovers solace and understanding in the mythical figures she stumbles upon: A debaucherous wine god, an alluring nymph, and a three-headed dog.
But one cannot escape fate forever. As Perseus closes in, Medusa faces a choice: become the monster everyone expects her to be, or cling to the last piece of her humanity.
\"With profound dignity, grace and wit, Gruender's Medusa is a delightful addition to the pantheon mythic Greek retellings.\" ―Aimee Gibbs, author of The Carnivale of Curiosities
Editions of Medusa
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781538765340
- EBook
- ISBN 9781538765364
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In this inventive retelling of the Medusa myth, readers get an intimate look into the life of a legendary mythical villain who has so often been stripped of her voice and humanity—perfect for fans of Madeline Miller and Jennifer Saint
\"Imaginative and thought-provoking.\" —Laura Shepperson, author of Phaedra
You know how Medusa’s story ends, but you’ve never heard her tell her own story … until now.
The only mortal daughter of two sea gods, and a priestess of Athena, Medusa was a woman who thought she had found her place in the world. But when Medusa suffers a horrific violation at the hands of Poseidon, Athena is outraged over the desecration of her name and sends a message by transforming Medusa into the snake-haired monster of legend. With one look, any who meet her gaze is turned to stone.
Word of her monstrosity travels fast, igniting a king’s fear so greatly that he commands the boy-hero Perseus to bring him her head. With a power that will spare no one, Medusa begins to wonder if this is a blessing or a curse. Medusa only knows that she must leave the city she has come to call home before she harms another soul.
Searching for a haven free from mortals, anger buoying her every step, Medusa journeys across ancient Greece. Her eyes are hidden beneath a blindfold, with nothing but the snakes for company. Through her travels, Medusa discovers solace and understanding in the mythical figures she stumbles upon: A debaucherous wine god, an alluring nymph, and a three-headed dog.
But one cannot escape fate forever. As Perseus closes in, Medusa faces a choice: become the monster everyone expects her to be, or cling to the last piece of her humanity.
\"With profound dignity, grace and wit, Gruender's Medusa is a delightful addition to the pantheon mythic Greek retellings.\" ―Aimee Gibbs, author of The Carnivale of Curiosities
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medusa about?
In this inventive retelling of the Medusa myth, readers get an intimate look into the life of a legendary mythical villain who has so often been stripped of her voice and humanity—perfect for fans of Madeline Miller and Jennifer Saint
\"Imaginative and thought-provoking.\" —Laura Shepperson, author of Phaedra
You know how Medusa’s story ends, but you’ve never heard her tell her own story … until now.
The only mortal daughter of two sea gods, and a priestess of Athena, Medusa was a woman who thought she had found her place in the world. But when Medusa suffers a horrific violation at the hands of Poseidon, Athena is outraged over the desecration of her name and sends a message by transforming Medusa into the snake-haired monster of legend. With one look, any who meet her gaze is turned to stone.
Word of her monstrosity travels fast, igniting a king’s fear so greatly that he commands the boy-hero Perseus to bring him her head. With a power that will spare no one, Medusa begins to wonder if this is a blessing or a curse. Medusa only knows that she must leave the city she has come to call home before she harms another soul.
Searching for a haven free from mortals, anger buoying her every step, Medusa journeys across ancient Greece. Her eyes are hidden beneath a blindfold, with nothing but the snakes for company. Through her travels, Medusa discovers solace and understanding in the mythical figures she stumbles upon: A debaucherous wine god, an alluring nymph, and a three-headed dog.
But one cannot escape fate forever. As Perseus closes in, Medusa faces a choice: become the monster everyone expects her to be, or cling to the last piece of her humanity.
\"With profound dignity, grace and wit, Gruender's Medusa is a delightful addition to the pantheon mythic Greek retellings.\" ―Aimee Gibbs, author of The Carnivale of Curiosities
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Medusa?
Fiction > Traditional or cultural fiction and true stories, tales and retellings
Where can I read a sample of Medusa?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781538765340
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Medusa?
Nataly Gruender
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Medusa is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781538765340) and ebook(ISBN 9781538765364)
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