Nobody's Princess

Nobody's Princess

by Esther Friesner

Synopsis :

She is beautiful, she is a princess, and Aphrodite is her favorite goddess, but something in Helen of Sparta just itches for more out of life. Unlike her prissy sister, Clytemnestra, she takes no pleasure in weaving and embroidery. And despite what her mother says, she 's not even close to being interested in getting married. Instead, she wants to do combat training with her older brothers, go on heroic adventures, and be free to do what she wants and find out who she is.

Not one to count on the gods--or her looks--to take care of her, Helen sets out to get what she wants with determination and attitude. And while it's the attitude that makes Helen a few enemies, it's also what intrigues, charms, and amuses those who become her friends.

Dustin's Review: ***

I have never been interested in historical fiction type books but I saw this one and was intrigued. The only things I new about Helen were from the movie, "Troy". I know, pretty sad! However when I began this book I had no preconceived opinions of Helen or her story. Once I began reading I was pleasantly surprised. This was not a story about your every day princess. Helen enjoyed riding, learning how to be a warrior, and wanted adventure. She wanted to do what her brothers did and proved she could. This story offers humor, action, and a heroine you can't help but root for.