The Song of Achilles

Greece during the Heroic Era. The clumsy young prince Patroclus has been banished to the realm of Phthia. He is just another undesired youngster living in the shadow of Achilles, the golden son of King Peleus, and he is no one here.

Strong, attractive, and the offspring of a goddess, Achilles is the epitome of everything Patroclus is not, making him the "best of all the Greeks," and it is only fitting that their paths never meet. However, the humiliated prince is eventually taken under Achilles' tutelage, and their hesitant bond quickly turns into a strong relationship. Despite the disapproval of Achilles' mother Thetis, a ruthless sea goddess who despises mankind, their friendship deepens as they mature into young men proficient in the skills of combat and healing.

Achilles is always at the mercy of fate. Upon learning of Helen of Sparta's abduction, the Greek soldiers are summoned to lay siege to Troy in her honor. Achilles joins their cause after being drawn in by the prospect of a magnificent future. Feeling torn between love and terror for his comrade, Patroclus accompanies Achilles into battle, oblivious to the fact that the years ahead would put everything they have learned and valued to the test. Additionally, he will have to give his companion up to Fate before he's ready.

This rendition of the great Trojan War is profoundly emotional and incredibly innovative. It is a stunning work of creativity, a heartbreaking love tale, and a powerful struggle between gods and kings, peace and glory, everlasting renown, and the human heart.