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Books Like Circe: Mythology, Power & Women Finding Themselves
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items If Circe hit you in the soul—this list is for you. These books are rich with myth, emotion, and women stepping into their power. Some are retellings, some are inspired by ancient stories, all of them are unforgettable.
A gritty retelling of the Trojan War from the perspective of Briseis, a queen turned slave. Raw, emotional, and deeply human—it gives voice to the women left out of the legends.
The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker
From the same author as Circe, this one follows the love story of Achilles and Patroclus. It’s tender, tragic, and beautifully written.
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
A chorus of women’s voices from the Trojan War—mothers, queens, goddesses, and warriors. If you want a fuller, more feminine view of the myths you grew up with, start here.
A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes
A Norse mythology retelling centered on Angrboda, the witch who loved Loki. It’s soft, strange, and full of slow-burning magic and motherhood.
The Witch's Heart by Genevieve Gornichec
The Ramayana reimagined through the eyes of its most misunderstood queen. A feminist lens on duty, ambition, and carving your own path in a world that expects you to stay quiet.
Kaikeyi by Vaishnavi Patel
Not a retelling from a female perspective, but a beautiful reworking of Norse myths by one of the best storytellers out there. If Circe got you curious about gods and chaos—this is a fun read.
Norse Mythology