大象传媒

Tom Hollander continues Madeline Miller's retelling of Homer's Iliad - an electrifying tale of love, ambition and immortal fame.

In Ancient Greece, in the Age of Heroes, after a tragic accident, the awkward young prince Patroclus, is exiled to the court of King Peleus. There he meets his son Achilles - strong, swift, and beautiful. Despite their differences, Achilles befriends the shamed prince, and as they grow into young men, their bond blossoms into something deeper - a bond that risks the wrath of the gods.

But when news comes that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, the heroes of Greece are called upon to lay siege to Troy in her name. Seduced by the promise of a glorious destiny, Achilles joins their cause, and torn between love and fear for his friend, Patroclus follows. Soon the cruel Fates will test them both and demand a terrible sacrifice.

Today: desperate to save Achilles' honour and to protect the slave girl who has become their friend, Patroclus finds himself betraying his over...

Writer: Madeline Miller
Reader: Tom Hollander
Abridger: Rowan Routh
Producer: Justine Willett