@EM_Writing Exactly! In the end I’m glad I read it, because I adore the main characters and the rest of the story about their growth and fixing the issues in their kingdoms, but certain scenes really turn your stomach, and the fact that they’re written erotically is the problem.
@EM_Writing And again, that does help cement the villain, but it’s written in a way that makes it seem that you’re supposed to enjoy it. The other characters in the court do nothing in my mind that makes up for it.
@EM_Writing It just sucks. Her writing style is pretty good, and the growth you see in both main characters is wonderful. I understand why some of the elements in the first book were there, as I think it helps shape Laurent as a survivor of abuse, but the whole court slave aspect…
@EM_Writing I get that. The first book was too much. It’s like she spent the other 2 books trying to make up for it in a way. I really enjoyed the series at the end of the day, but I can say it was definitely despite the vileness in the first book.
I’ve been so depressed that I don’t even listen to music anymore. Last night I dreamed that I was at a Kamijo concert. It’s sad that I don’t feel the joy in music like I used to, but at least my dream gave me a peaceful moment to carry me through.
@royaltercets On an unrelated note, I do not hug my brother. His mental illnesses made him very distant as he grew older, and that is just not how he shows affection. But the funniest picture of the 2 of us is at his wedding reception when he surprise hugged me and my face was like WTF?!
@royaltercets I’m lucky to have a job with good insurance, but I hate the job. But I can’t leave because I need insurance. Yeah, the US is a fucking hellscape. I got death threats for helping to organize a BLM protest in my town. I just want off this ride...
@KamijoOfficial Sadly I’m not an artist, but I hope to one day record some covers of your beautiful music. All of this wonderful artwork makes it clear just how much you are loved.
@jk_rowling Please, Rowling, can’t you just stop while you’re ahead? We get it. You’re a TERF who doesn’t believe that trans women are really women. You’ve made your (wrong) opinions abundantly clear. Now please, just shut up before you kill every bit of love we have for your franchise.
@KamijoOfficial Me and my family are taking things seriously. Staying home and staying safe. Thank you for your concern. Continue to take good care of yourself Kamijo San, and I hope we can all see each other soon.