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About The Book
THE INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER * Felicia Day, actress and New York Times bestselling author returns with a “stirring, beautifully illustrated hero's journey overflowing with heart and a wicked sense of humor” (Ernest Cline, #1 New York Times bestselling author) about the lost mythical character of Philonoe—Helen of Troy’s sister.
Helen of Troy. Clytemnestra. Timandra.
Three sisters, infamously cursed by the goddess Aphrodite to betray their husbands, are known the world over. But few know about the fourth sister: Philonoe. Lost to historical record, ancient texts say she had a different fate than her sisters. But why and how did this happen?
New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day and illustrator Rowan MacColl bring Philonoe to vivid life at last, in The Lost Daughter of Sparta.
A magnificent hero's journey with a feminist twist, The Lost Daughter of Sparta fills in history's missing pieces with sparkling wit and pathos, thrilling adventure, and an empowering love story that won't soon be forgotten.
Helen of Troy. Clytemnestra. Timandra.
Three sisters, infamously cursed by the goddess Aphrodite to betray their husbands, are known the world over. But few know about the fourth sister: Philonoe. Lost to historical record, ancient texts say she had a different fate than her sisters. But why and how did this happen?
New York Times bestselling author Felicia Day and illustrator Rowan MacColl bring Philonoe to vivid life at last, in The Lost Daughter of Sparta.
A magnificent hero's journey with a feminist twist, The Lost Daughter of Sparta fills in history's missing pieces with sparkling wit and pathos, thrilling adventure, and an empowering love story that won't soon be forgotten.
About The Author
Photograph by Christina Ganolfo
Felicia Day has appeared as an actress in numerous television shows and films, including Supernatural, The Magicians, and Mystery Science Theater 3000. However, Felicia is best known for her work in the web video world, behind and in front of the camera. She costarred in Joss Whedon’s award-winning internet musical Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog and created and starred in the seminal web series The Guild. She is the New York Times bestselling author of three books, including her debut graphic novel The Last Daughter of Sparta. Find out more at Felicia.Day and follow her on X and Instagram @FeliciaDay.
About The Reader
Photograph by Christina Ganolfo
Felicia Day has appeared as an actress in numerous television shows and films, including Supernatural, The Magicians, and Mystery Science Theater 3000. However, Felicia is best known for her work in the web video world, behind and in front of the camera. She costarred in Joss Whedon’s award-winning internet musical Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog and created and starred in the seminal web series The Guild. She is the New York Times bestselling author of three books, including her debut graphic novel The Last Daughter of Sparta. Find out more at Felicia.Day and follow her on X and Instagram @FeliciaDay.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio (March 17, 2026)
- Runtime: 2 hours and 14 minutes
- ISBN13: 9781668193785
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"In the adaptation from graphic novel to audio, nothing is lost in translation."
– —Winner of an Earphones Award, Kirkus
"Day narrates her graphic novel, which is steeped in Greek myth, about Philonoe, sister to Helen of Troy. In order to break her curse and make her family and future husband love her, Philonoe must embark on an impossible quest to retrieve three items, with the goddess Artemis’ help. Sound effects of arrows flying, footsteps, and more help bring the adventure to life. Day’s cackling gorgons sound terrifying, and her portrayals of Philonoe’s haughty, pretentious parents and future husband will enrage listeners. Day takes Philonoe from an unsure sister to a warrior in her own right, and listeners will celebrate her journey toward confidence."
– —Winner of an Earphones Award, Kirkus
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