i love clytemnestra i cannot stand electra and this was a fantastic look at the early days of clytemnestra’s queenship (both times) that most books skip over

"Clytemnestra's Bind" is another retelling of a Greek myth from the woman's perspective and, overall, I enjoyed it. Unfortunately, the writing style didn't really work for me and the characters didn't really get a lot of development in my opinion.

I am so shocked at this powerful story. Clytemnestra is a resilient woman. I have never read any retelling of Clytemnestra, but was familiar with the general myth. In Clytemnestra’s Bind, Clytemnestra herself is victim to all imaginable, yet perseveres and does not begrudgingly accept the title. She stays true to who she is. She is a mother, wife, queen. I enjoyed her story and am proud of who she is, but I can’t say it was an easy read. Women all throughout time and place have experienced some of what Clytemnestra has. I feel a kinship with her, woman to woman.

On a more technical note, the author does an incredible job at bringing her characters to life. I’ve read elsewhere that this book does not encompass the entire myth, so I am very excited to read more of what Wilson has to offer. Her settings are vibrant and transporting (My pet peeve is historical fiction written with a modern tone. This has none of that). I’d also compare her writing to that of Madeline Miller, who does not simply retell the plot points, but paints a stunning and detailed story out of it. Wilson’s voice is for storytelling, not just to deliver the myth

Recommended for fans of Miller, Greek mythology, as well as historical fiction/women’s fiction. Big thanks to Neem Tree Press and Netgalley for the opportunity to review!

I've read a lot about Queen Clytemnestra lately, so it's great to see this retelling and learn more about her.

Thank you Neem Tree Press and Netgalley for this arc in exchange for an honest review.

"Clytemnestra's Bind" by Susan C. Wilson retells the story of Clytemnestra during her second marriage to Agamemnon and the events leading up to The Trojan War.


I would give "Clytemnestra's Bind" by Susan C. Wilson a 4-star review because, the writing is quite well, I was worried this would be very similar to all the other retelling's of Clytemnestra but I could see some differences, I liked how this didn't start with her daughters Iphigenia death, and it's always interesting to see how someone perceives another.