Reviews tagging 'Religious bigotry'

The Monk and the Hangman's Daughter by Ambrose Bierce

2 reviews

jackalest's review

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informative reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book is so relevant to Christian cultures past and present. I don’t judge this book purely as a work of literature, but I give it a five star rating for its relevance, themes and message.  This is a good book to read in regards to society’s perception and treatment of women and religion’s role in that perception.
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nicnevin's review

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Weirdly reminiscent of the blighted hell scape of the modern incel, the book shows the ease with which the misogynist sees women only as objects. The madonna/whore trope is rife with the book and so convinced of his holiness, the main character is pretty unpleasant. In fact, many of the characters and social systems displayed are wholly unpleasant.
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