The Wolf Den - Elodie Harper
“Either we choose to stay alive, or we give up. And if it's living we choose, then we do whatever it takes.” I was recommended this book by several coworkers. Normally, when it comes to historical fiction that deals with Roman/Greek narratives, I am skeptical. Authors tend to glamorize those times, when in reality they were harsh and brutal. This book takes the brutality, hopelessness, and fear and creates a beautiful narrative of women and their fight for freedom. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Started: April 22, 2024 Finished: May 2, 2024 Synopsis: Amara was sold into slavery by her mother after her father died and they lost their fortune. Now working as a woman of the night in Pompeii, she must do whatever it takes to survive and earn her freedom from the man she hates. The man that owns her. Felix. Along with several other women in the brothel, these women tell their stories about survival and the roads they must take in order to lead happy lives. My Review (Spoilers) - First of all, I lo...
