Publisher's Synopsis
*The Deception of Paris and Helen of Troy in the Battle of Anatolia Against Achilles* is a gripping retelling of one of the most legendary stories from Greek mythology, framed in a new light that explores the consequences of war and the cost of silence. The story begins with Helen, once the most beautiful woman in the world, and Paris, the prince of Troy, as they are caught in the grip of fate and deception. As the Trojan War rages on, the lives of countless individuals are torn apart, but the focus remains on Helen's internal battle, torn between guilt, love, and survival.
The narrative shifts from the famous tale of heroism and conquest to the quieter, often overlooked voices-the survivors, the innocent, and the ones who were never immortalized in song. Isa, a woman with a deep connection to Helen, embarks on a journey to preserve these untold stories. As she travels across Anatolia, she meets with former soldiers, farmers, and storytellers, each carrying their own truth about the war, each holding fragments of a world shaped by deception. Through these encounters, Isa collects the voices of those who were left behind by history.
Amid this, the ever-present specter of Achilles looms large. He is a man defined by his rage, and his obsession with vengeance takes him down a dark path. But as the gods and legends fade into the background, it becomes clear that the true battle is not for glory, but for redemption. Helen, once seen as the catalyst for destruction, finds herself seeking peace, redemption, and understanding of the legacy she left behind.
The story explores the price of truth, the power of memory, and the burden of silence. Helen's final act of honesty-a letter that speaks of love, loss, and the weight of war-becomes a beacon for those who seek to understand the past without glorifying it. It is through Isa's journey and her quest to share these stories that the echoes of war find their final resting place in the collective memory of the people.
In a final twist, the story turns from myth to reality, as the people of Anatolia come together to create a new narrative, one not dictated by kings or gods, but by those who lived to tell the truth. Isa, the "fire-bearer," becomes a symbol of this new way of remembering-one that acknowledges the past while embracing the healing power of storytelling.
With its powerful themes of redemption, memory, and the human spirit, The Deception of Paris and Helen of Troy in the Battle of Anatolia Against Achilles is a groundbreaking work that takes the reader on a journey through history, mythology, and the enduring quest for peace. This retelling has all the elements of a best-seller, blending ancient myth with timeless human truths, offering a fresh perspective on a classic story, and reminding readers that even the greatest of legends are shaped by the quiet voices of those who lived through them.
