It took me awhile to understand just how good Song of Achilles actually is. Its been sitting at 4 stars for me since I read it but today it deserves 5 stars. It really is the most satisfying angsty queer romance I have read to date. So many LGBT books I read I always find myself thinking "Yeah but its no Song of Achilles." If you are frustrated with queer romance, read this book NOW.

Now this book isn't perfect. The ghost(?) perspective near the end of the book is a little confusing to read. There are some spicy scenes but they are not too over the top. Patroclus is a little too feminized. And finally do yourself a favor, skip the audiobook.

These small flaws should not stop you from reading this book. I cherish this book so much, it truly is a shining gem in the mountain of other disappointing and mediocre LGBT novels.