Reviews tagging 'Misogyny'

The First Book of Swords by Fred Saberhagen

2 reviews

renyoi's review

adventurous inspiring lighthearted mysterious relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

Classic hero’s journey fantasy with interesting elements of intrigue that make me want to read the rest of the series! Problematic portrayals of Native people and POC populate this book in droves, though, so be warned. It’s from the early ‘80s. However, that aside, it makes me feel the same way classic fantasy like The Last Unicorn does; there’s good vs evil, wizards, castles, and knights galore. Generally fun read! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, War, Child death, Grief, Classism, Misogyny, Racism, and Animal death

Moderate: Body horror

junowo's review

adventurous mysterious relaxing slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This is definitely a fun, classic fantasy read. It feels earnest and genuine in it’s simplicity. If you want a hero’s journey story that is still interesting and fun to read without being dense, this is a great read.
My biggest complaint is that it’s certainly a book from the 80’s, written by an old white man. There are misogynistic and racist moments throughout the book. They aren’t particularly consuming, more like non-white characters often being villains and women being referred to by how beautiful (or not) they are. I just think it’s worth being aware before you go into it!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Classism, Child death, Death, and Grief

Moderate: Body horror, Racism, and Misogyny