The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

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The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller: 9: 'You will not be loved for this.'

9: 'You will not be loved for this.'

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Tom Hollander continues Madeline Miller's breath-taking retelling of Homer's Iliad.

As Greek bodies pile up, with Achilles still refusing to fight, Patroclus hatches a desperate plan to save Achilles' honour. Tom Hollander continues this retelling of the Iliad.

Tom Hollander continues Madeline Miller's retelling of Homer's Iliad - an electrifying tale of love, ambition and immortal fame.

In Ancient Greece, in the Age of Heroes, after a tragic accident, the awkward young prince Patroclus, is exiled to the court of King Peleus. There he meets his son Achilles - strong, swift, and beautiful. Despite their differences, Achilles befriends the shamed prince, and as they grow into young men, their bond blossoms into something deeper - a bond that risks the wrath of the gods.

But when news comes that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, the heroes of Greece are called upon to lay siege to Troy in her name. Seduced by the promise of a glorious destiny, Achilles joins their cause, and torn between love and fear for his friend, Patroclus follows. Soon the cruel Fates will test them both and demand a terrible sacrifice.

Today: as the Greek bodies pile up, with Achilles still refusing to fight, Patroclus comes up with a plan to save his lover's honour...

Writer: Madeline Miller
Reader: Tom Hollander
Abridger: Rowan Routh
Producer: Justine Willett

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