Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Psyche in a Dress

Psyche in a Dress is by Francesca Lia Block. These contemporary retellings of Greek myths are poignant and moving; however, if you aren't familiar with Greek mythology they may be confusing. The tales are told in short prose pieces and free verse vignettes that work together to combine the myths into one fluid tale. The metaphors are complex and intellectual. They are also quite graphic, in typical Block style. If you are a fan of Greek mythology and/or Block you will enjoy this book very much.

Ratings: 10th grade - 9 out of 10 - P (profanity) - AC (mature thematic content) - S (sexual content).

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