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nlgeorge73's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
Historically significant tales. However, from a humanistic, enlightened viewpoint the horrific misogyny is deplorable (spousal abuse, slavery, human trafficking, murder, etc). The whole premise is that the king is so brutal he kills a virgin every night because of boredom. Enough said.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Racism, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Slavery, and Religious bigotry
carefulfearanddeaddevotion's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
some of the stories were repetitive or dragged on for too long, but mostly captivating and oftentimes funny
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Sexism, Violence, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Racism, Slavery, Torture, Murder, Alcohol, Sexual harassment, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Minor: Animal cruelty