Medea: A Novel By Eilish Quin

In this retelling of the Medea myth, the sorceress emerges as a complex and compelling figure, challenging the simplistic villain label history has assigned her. Born to a lineage of divine and mortal heritage, Medea navigates a world where her powers as a witch are both a source of strength and a mark of vulnerability in a male-dominated society.

As she grows, Medea finds herself entwined in a destiny that seems predetermined by the gods, particularly when the hero Jason enters her life. Despite the prophecies that shadow her family, she sees in Jason a chance for liberation from her isolated existence. Their journey with the Argonauts exposes Medea to new dangers and tests her powers in unforeseen ways.

Through a feminist lens, this narrative reclaims Medea's agency, portraying her not just as a victim of her circumstances, but as a woman who grapples with power, love, and the limitations imposed by her gender. It challenges readers to reconsider the traditional narrative of Medea as a heartless murderer, instead offering a nuanced portrayal of a woman who defies easy categorization.