Shawn Zernik answers “Hey! I really want to read this book but I...”

Sara Inês asked this question about Captive Prince (Captive Prince, #1):

Hey! I really want to read this book but I have to ask first: Is this one of those books that "romanticize" rape and violence?

Shawn Zernik No it doesn't romanticize rape - it actually notes the bad and atrocities. But in ancient times, rape was not regarded so. So books on gladiators and …moreNo it doesn't romanticize rape - it actually notes the bad and atrocities. But in ancient times, rape was not regarded so. So books on gladiators and sex would include rape as well. The main character actually gets a slave sod because the rape is horrible.(less)

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