Reviews tagging 'Toxic relationship'

The Stars My Destination by Alfred Bester

2 reviews

fletchie's review

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

An absolute blast to read. The pace of this book is something to behold.

If you're interested in an old school sci-fi romp that feels like it could've been written yesterday, then here it is. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Classism, Gore, Injury/Injury detail, Body horror, Misogyny, Sexual harassment, War, Toxic relationship, Sexism, Gun violence, Violence, Toxic friendship, Panic attacks/disorders, Forced institutionalization, and Death

torpidcup's review

challenging dark emotional mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

Unmitigated insanity. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse, Forced institutionalization, Confinement, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Torture

Moderate: Bullying, Death, Medical trauma, Mental illness, Misogyny, Murder, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, Torture, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual violence, and Rape

Minor: Violence, Sexism, Addiction, Drug use, and Ableism