A Trojan Rhapsody

Genre: A Trojan Rhapsody, a 130,000-word work of literary historical fiction that reimagines the full arc of the Trojan War through a human, non-mythological lens 

Pitch: A Trojan Rhapsody retells the entire Trojan War as a human political and psychological tragedy, stripping away gods and myth to reveal how pride, ambition, and misjudgment destroyed a civilization. Narrated by Helenus, the overlooked son of Priam, the novel follows the conflict from its origins to the fall of Troy, reframing legendary figures—Achilles, Hector, Helen, Odysseus—not as icons, but as flawed individuals whose choices turn a private transgression into history’s first great war. 

Synopsis: 

The Trojan Rhapsody is a novel that endeavors to narrate the story of the Trojan War in its entirety, beyond the myth, as it has not been presented until now. From the causes, the pretext, to the end and the destruction of everything. Without the interventions of the gods, without mythical and fanciful versions. A captivating narrative, with twists and explanations that leave one breathless.

In the narrative, characters and their actions dominate. Earthly, with shadows, exaggerated, with brilliance, with heroism but also cynicism. With visions of war, but also of peace. With heroic motives but also base ones. People ahead of their time, but also people prisoners of their time. The Trojan War is the first world war in history and is the apotheosis of human passions. Men and women who fight and fall in love, and in the end make the reader wonder: Was it really for Helen?  Helen who? 

The Trojan Rapsody narrates the well know Trojan War through the eyes of Helenus, the son of Priam, and provides a fresh perspective on the timeless epic cycle.

Helenus, our insightful narrator, unveils the intricacies of the conflict, tackling questions that have lingered through the ages. Why did the war truly happen? How much influence can a woman exert to set in motion a thousand ships? What secrets lie within the enigmatic Trojan Horse? How did the legendary Achilles meet his end, and who were the mysterious Memnon and the formidable Amazons? Unraveling the mysteries of the past, "Trojan Rapsody" delves into the intricate web of alliances, betrayals, and personal vendettas that shaped the fate of Troy.

The narrative also explores the lesser-known stories, such as the truth behind the sacrifice of Iphigenia, the identity of Palamedes' murderer, and the complex emotions driving Achilles to desire the humiliation of the fallen Hector. Through Helenus' keen observations and unique insights, the novel challenges established beliefs and offers a fresh perspective on one of history's greatest conflicts.

As readers traverse the pages of The Trojan Rapsody they will encounter the well-known rich tapestry of characters, each with their own motivations and struggles. The novel seamlessly weaves together historical accuracy and imaginative storytelling, providing a nuanced and thought-provoking portrayal of the Trojan War. All known heroes are present, not even a single name has been invented.  The book follows a linear in time retelling of the epic cycle (Cyprian Epics, the Iliad, the Aethiopis, the Little Iliad, the Ilion Persis) and finally the author's creation titled Epirus. The plot invites readers to reconsider the motives and events that shaped the course of history chapter by chapter. The Trojan Rapsody offers a new lens through which to view the age-old tale of love, betrayal, and the fall of Troy.