The Bull from the Sea

By Mary Renault

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The Bull from the Sea reconstructs the legend of Theseus, the valiant youth who slew the Minotaur, became king, and brought prosperity to Attica. Chief among his heroic exploits is the seduction of Hippolyta, the Queen of the Amazons, who irrevocably brought about both his greatest joy and his tragic destiny.

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Mythological RomanceSetting Historical RomanceSetting Fated MatesRelationship Forbidden LoveRelationship Enemies to LoversRelationship One Bed (forced)Plot

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