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    I get the feeling that a lot of dark and gritty books, have rape scenes. "Look, this world is dark and fucked up, see here is someone being raped". I do not want that. If a story is about rape, don't shy away from it, it's one of the worst things you can do to a person and you need to show how vile it is. Using it to set a tone, or as a plot device, however, leaves a sour taste in my mouth.

    Some examples for good dark stories without rape which I want more of.

    • The Lies of Locke Lamora – Scott Lynch
    • John wick (Movie, still counts)

    by IgnisWriting

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