In The Women of Troy, Pat Barker revisits the aftermath of the Trojan War, a story rich in mythology and human tragedy. The novel offers a poignant and unflinching exploration of the lives of women who survive the fall of Troy, focusing on their resilience, grief, and determination to endure amidst the ruins of war.

Through the eyes of Briseis, a former queen turned enslaved concubine of Achilles, Barker brings to life the women’s plight as they navigate a world dominated by violence, power struggles, and male ambition. This is a tale of survival and defiance, vividly reimagined through Barker’s masterful storytelling.