The Marsh King's Daughter

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by Karen Dionne (Goodreads Author)

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I'm keen to read this, but I'm concerned that there are hunting scenes. Are they particularly graphic, or are they manageable?
Andrea Strickland I didn't find them graphic, but rather realistic and in the correct context of survival. …moreI didn't find them graphic, but rather realistic and in the correct context of survival. (less)
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Is this book very similar to 'Room' by Emma Donoghue? I loved it (one of my favorites).
Carol Hennion Not at all - there is so much more to this story.
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Are there any rape/child molestation scenes in this book? Any trigger warnings?
Karen Dionne Helena's father does not molest her sexually, and while Helena is the product of rape, nothing of this is shown. Her father can be cruel, and that cru…moreHelena's father does not molest her sexually, and while Helena is the product of rape, nothing of this is shown. Her father can be cruel, and that cruelty sometimes manifests itself physically, but nothing sexual. Thanks for asking!(less)
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I'm just starting this book - I need to know in advance if her daughters get hurt, taken, kidnapped, anything like that? I can handle a LOT of messed up things but NOTHING to do with children! I appreciate it :)
Karen Dionne Nothing happens to Helena's daughters - however, there are a couple of instances when Helena is growing up that might bother you.…moreNothing happens to Helena's daughters - however, there are a couple of instances when Helena is growing up that might bother you.(less)
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