Troy by Adèle Geras

Set against the backdrop of the legendary Trojan War, this novel intricately weaves the lives of ordinary citizens and soldiers with the epic events unfolding around them. Through the eyes of two sisters, Xanthe and Marpessa, readers experience the emotional turmoil, love, and loss that permeate the besieged city of Troy. As the gods play their games and heroes clash on the battlefield, the sisters navigate their own personal struggles, revealing the human side of myth and the enduring power of hope and resilience amidst chaos.

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