Lavínia by Ursula K. Le Guin

Set in ancient Italy, this novel reimagines the life of a character from Virgil's "Aeneid," focusing on her untold story. The protagonist, a princess destined to marry a foreign hero, navigates the complexities of love, duty, and prophecy in a world where the gods' whims shape human fate. Through her eyes, the narrative explores themes of identity, destiny, and the power of storytelling, as she grapples with her role in a legendary tale and the legacy she will leave behind.

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