" This book really piqued my curiosity since I've read the Iliad a few times. It was ok. Not bad, but really, just read the Iliad - No great revelations to be found in this book. The point made is obvious in the Iliad itself: was is devastating and horrible. Caroline Alexander's premise is that the Iliad is an anti-war epic - but the treatment seems thin and slightly unfocused. The preface states: "This book is about what the Iliad is about; this book is about what the Iliad says of war." Therefore, again, my recommendation: read the Iliad instead. It's better, more interesting, and exciting. You can skip this one entirely, it disappointed. "
— Amanda, 11/19/2013