Venus and Adonis: A Timeless Tale of Love, Loss, and Transformation

Venus And Adonis

by Kate McMullan

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1522 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	112 pages
Hardcover	:	252 pages
Item Weight	:	1.17 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 0.63 x 9.21 inches

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About the Book

Kate McMullan's captivating novel, Venus and Adonis, is a timeless tale of love, loss, and transformation. Set against the backdrop of Elizabethan England, the novel follows the passionate and ill-fated love affair between the goddess Venus and the mortal Adonis.

Venus, the goddess of beauty and love, is smitten with Adonis, a handsome young hunter. She pursues him relentlessly, but Adonis is hesitant to return her affections. He is a mortal, and he knows that their love can only end in tragedy.

Despite their differences, Venus and Adonis fall deeply in love. They spend their days in each other's arms, oblivious to the world around them. But their happiness is short-lived. Adonis is killed by a wild boar, and Venus is left heartbroken.

McMullan's vivid prose and nuanced characters bring this classic myth to life. She explores the themes of beauty, mortality, and the power of love. Venus and Adonis is a timeless tale that will resonate with readers of all ages.

Praise for Venus and Adonis

"McMullan's Venus and Adonis is a tour de force. Her prose is lyrical and evocative, and her characters are complex and compelling. This is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, romance, or simply great storytelling." - The New York Times

"Kate McMullan has written a stunning retelling of the classic myth of Venus and Adonis. Her novel is a powerful and moving exploration of love, loss, and the nature of beauty." - The Guardian

"Venus and Adonis is a masterpiece. McMullan's writing is exquisite, and her characters are unforgettable. This is a novel that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - NPR

About the Author

Kate McMullan is an award-winning author of historical fiction. Her novels include The Unseen World, which was shortlisted for the Orange Prize for Fiction, and In the Shadow of the Moon, which was a finalist for the National Book Award. McMullan lives in London.

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Venus And Adonis

by Kate McMullan

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1522 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	112 pages
Hardcover	:	252 pages
Item Weight	:	1.17 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 0.63 x 9.21 inches

FREE