One for the Books: Retelling Greek legends

Myths are among the world’s oldest stories, and the Greeks had some fantastic tales. These were usually based on the deeds of the gods, who were often mean and sometimes downright horrible. There are plenty of modern retellings of the stories, and I found these three particularly fun.

“I, Medusa” by Ayana Gray is based on one of the first tales of horror. There are several versions of the myth of this monster with snakes instead of hair who, with one look, could turn a person to stone. But here, instead of being a villain, she becomes more sympathetic as the victim of the heartless gods.