The Last Song of Penelope

In the concluding novel of Claire North's acclaimed 'Songs of Penelope' trilogy, the long vigil of Penelope, queen of Ithaca, nears its end. For twenty years, she and the women of the island have defended their home against predatory suitors and rival kings, ever since Odysseus sailed for war and never returned. Now, a sea-battered beggar appears in the palace, and Penelope, with chilling recognition, senses the return of her husband. However, this is no heroic homecoming; Odysseus, disguised, seeks not merely revenge against the suitors but also to test his queen's loyalty and faithfulness. His brutal quest for vengeance threatens to ignite a devastating civil war, forcing Penelope to employ all her legendary cunning and strength. As the song of Penelope gives way to the song of Odysseus, she must fight fiercely to secure the fate of Ithaca and protect her family, whatever the cost, in a gripping tale that redefines ancient myth with a fresh, unflinching voice.