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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Death on the Installment Plan
Neuromancer. Malazan Book of the Fallen. Most Joe Abercrombie books.