Medea

A fiery and dramatic novel, starring one of mythology’s most notorious women, this is a fascinating descent into darkness * Jennifer Saint *So delightfully devastating! A deeply humanising, visceral portrayal of one of myth’s most controversial figures, Rosie Hewlett’s Medea explores the polarising possibilities of humanity, from our capacity for pain and heartbreak to our potential for vengeance and retribution * Bea Fitzgerald. bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen *An incredible tale of love and power as spellbinding and complex as Medea herself * Phoenicia Rogerson, author of Herc *Deliciously dark in its portrayal of obsession, manipulation and the terrible temptations of power, Medea is a compelling read, every bit as enthralling as it’s heroine * Elizabeth Lee, author of Cunning Women *Dark, visceral, unrelenting, searing – it’s the story of Medea we have been waiting for, and more. The female villain par excellence takes the stage to give her version of events, in a tale that is as gripping as it is powerful and uncompromising * Emily Hauser *A dark retelling … Fans of Jennifer Saint’s Ariadne, Elektra and Atalanta will love Medea * Laura Shepperson *

Rosie Hewlett holds a first-class honours degree in Classical Literature and Civilisation from the University of Birmingham. Her academic background has fueled a passion for Greek mythology and the discovery of strong female characters within the classical world.

Currently residing in Kent with her husband, Rosie is a full-time author who dedicates her days to exploring her beloved mythological stories.

Her traditionally published debut novel, Medea, achieved instant bestseller status, reaching the Sunday Times bestseller list. Prior to this, her self-published novel, Medusa, was awarded the Rubery Book of the Year in 2021.