Whats Included:

• The Silence of the Girls

• The Women of Troy

• The Voyage Home

Collection Summary:

Pat Barker, one of todays finest storytellers, brings the ancient world to life through the forgotten voices of its women. In this stunning trilogy, she reimagines the legendary tales of the Trojan War not through the eyes of kings and warriors, but through the women who endured, resisted, and survived. Powerful, lyrical, and deeply human, this series shines a light on resilience, memory, and the cost of war.

Perfect for readers who love myth retellings, historical fiction, and stories of fierce female strength.

Book Summaries:

1. The Silence of the Girls
The Trojan War is over, but the suffering has just begun. Briseis, once a queen, is now a spoil of war in Achilles camp. Through her eyes, we see the cost of glory and the silencing of womens voices in a brutal, heroic age.

2. The Women of Troy
The Greek victors have conquered Troy but peace remains elusive. As the women of Troy are enslaved and discarded, Briseis must find a way to navigate new dangers and protect those still in her care. A fierce, heart-breaking exploration of survival in the ashes of war.

3. The Voyage Home
Facing uncertain futures, the surviving women must journey from the ruins of Troy across a treacherous sea. In the final chapter, Barker paints a vivid portrait of courage and hope as these women fight to reclaim agency over their fates.