George's book was just right up my alley. I've read The Iliad twice before and love Greek mythology very much. If you like the subject and the author, there's no reason you shouldn't enjoy this book.
George's story, so it doesn't quite feel like some of her other works. The mythology involved does add a different feel to Ms. Margaret George describes the city of Troy in amazing detail, and her citizens comes to life. While it's not quite what Homer had in mind, perhaps, there is history, mythology, and warfare to be had in abundance once the story gets going. As a romance novel, this is a solid read, but it's so much more. I was a bit put-off at first by how slowly the book starts, but the build-up is worth it as a fully three-dimensional character study of some of Homer's most enduring characters. While this take is more traditional in portraying her as the lovestruck tool of the gods, Helen proves she's made of sterner stuff than most versions would portray her.
Just once I'd like to read a version of Helen where she's actually portrayed as a Spartan queen, and all that implies.
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