Kate answers “Why aren't there some warnings that is has...”

❆ Crystal ❆ asked this question about Pretty Girls:

Why aren't there some warnings that is has dark subject matter, torture, rape and violence to women? I assumed that it would skirt around some issues... You know it's happening, but it's not really detailed. But, that's not the case. There is some really touchy subject matter in this book and it may not appeal to everyone. I think there needs to be a warning to just people know.

Kate Most are missing the real point here: Julia’s family did not want to know, to see, to read what happened to her. As each one grasped pieces and finall…moreMost are missing the real point here: Julia’s family did not want to know, to see, to read what happened to her. As each one grasped pieces and finally the totality of her fate, their reactions create the plot development. What happened IS the book, the whole point of the story. Without that development it would not exist. With some sort of “warning” the plot would be revealed on the back cover. Why do you think so many readers were desperate to “find out what happened”? Karin Slaughter is a master of plot and character development and you have all proved what an excellent writer she is. When one slows reading, wishes to close one’s inner eyes, it means the scope of her work is touching you deeply. It is one of the main reasons people read this author. Please try to understand the extent of her success, and perhaps try to read a bit more carefully and thoughtfully when you read any book, especially so-called psychological thrillers. (less)

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