First published 2017
In mourning Thebes, widowed Jocasta seeks a new husband, unaware of the curse that will consume her family. Orphaned Ismene must uncover a deadly plot as the city's deadly politics swirl around her. This gripping feminist reimagining brings new life to these ancient tragedies.
Genres: mythology, literary-fiction, historical-fiction, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, retelling
350 pages · Kindle Edition · Mantle; Main Market edition