Is the Song of Achilles Worth the Hype?

People seem to love this book but is it worth the hype?

Cover of The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. Source: Amazon.

The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller is, of course, the story of Achilles. It’s a retelling of the Trojan War from the perspective of Patroclus, Achilles’ long-time friend and lover who grew up alongside him.