Song of Achilles is one of the most popular queer books of the decade, but is it maybe a bit too hyped?

I think so. And yet, I do love the book. So in today's episode, I take a good look at it and consider pros and cons.

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As usual, CWs are at the bottom. Please note these are made from my memory as I couldn't find any exhaustive CW list for this book and I've read it some time ago, so I might be missing something. If you think there is something I should add, please let me know and I will be happy to!

and thank you so much to all of those who listen to this weekly appointment, I really always look so forward to recording a new episode! I'd love to hear what you think as well - you can let me know as a comment or DM at @queermediapills on Instagram or Twitter or on my website www.queermediapills.com

CW for the episode

Mention of sexual content (not explicit)

CW for the book

abandonment,

abduction,

blood depictions,

child abuse,

death,

human sacrificing,

human trafficking,

misoginy (typical of the historical time),

murder,

physical violence,

plague (graphic mention),

rape (mention),

self-harm,

sex scenes (including explicit),

slavery,

torture,

war themes.

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