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e_r_q's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
The Postman Always Rings Twice is famous for being "scandalous". However its famed violence is laughably juvenile, and its "iconic" eroticism is clunky and awkward. Even worse, the writing is bland, the characters are poorly written and dislikeable, and in the end, the actual plot feels really inconsequential. Also, the crude objectification of its female characters makes it evidently clear that this novella was written by a man.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Murder, Car accident, Death, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Racism, Sexism, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
gillian_aftanas's review against another edition
challenging
dark
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Alcohol, Blood, Pregnancy, Racism, Toxic relationship, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, Xenophobia, Car accident, Infidelity, and Racial slurs
Moderate: Sexism and Misogyny
Minor: Animal death, Rape, Suicidal thoughts, Animal cruelty, and Death of parent
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