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A review by chievara
The Pleasure in Pain: A Queer Horrortica Anthology by Roxie Voorhees
1.0
Disappointing Experience with "The Pleasure in Pain"
Rating: ★☆☆☆☆
Review:
As an avid reader, I strive to explore diverse genres and perspectives. When I stumbled upon "The Pleasure in Pain," I was intrigued by the promise of a unique narrative approach and the wealth of inclusion of LGBTQIA+ representation. However, my experience with the book left me uneasy and ultimately led to my decision not to finish it.
The collection's premise hinted at delving into the complexities of human emotions and experiences, particularly those surrounding pain and pleasure. While I appreciate the author's intent to explore such themes, I found the execution unsettling rather than thought-provoking. While I understand that literature often challenges readers' comfort zones, the discomfort I felt while reading "The Pleasure in Pain" did not stem from a thought-provoking narrative or compelling characters. Instead, it felt gratuitous and lacking in depth.
While technically proficient, the writing style needed to immerse me in the stories or connect me with the characters. Instead, it felt detached, further exacerbating my sense of unease. The lack of a clear narrative thread made it difficult for me to engage with the stories meaningfully.
Despite my disappointment, every reader's experience is subjective, and what didn't resonate with me may appeal to others. Therefore, I encourage readers intrigued by the premise to approach "The Pleasure in Pain" with an open mind and judge it for themselves.
In conclusion, while "The Pleasure in Pain" may appeal to some readers seeking boundary-pushing literature, it ultimately fell short of my expectations. I commend the author of the first short story for their bold exploration of challenging themes but found the execution more discomfort than enlightening.
Rating: ★☆☆☆☆
Review:
As an avid reader, I strive to explore diverse genres and perspectives. When I stumbled upon "The Pleasure in Pain," I was intrigued by the promise of a unique narrative approach and the wealth of inclusion of LGBTQIA+ representation. However, my experience with the book left me uneasy and ultimately led to my decision not to finish it.
The collection's premise hinted at delving into the complexities of human emotions and experiences, particularly those surrounding pain and pleasure. While I appreciate the author's intent to explore such themes, I found the execution unsettling rather than thought-provoking. While I understand that literature often challenges readers' comfort zones, the discomfort I felt while reading "The Pleasure in Pain" did not stem from a thought-provoking narrative or compelling characters. Instead, it felt gratuitous and lacking in depth.
While technically proficient, the writing style needed to immerse me in the stories or connect me with the characters. Instead, it felt detached, further exacerbating my sense of unease. The lack of a clear narrative thread made it difficult for me to engage with the stories meaningfully.
Despite my disappointment, every reader's experience is subjective, and what didn't resonate with me may appeal to others. Therefore, I encourage readers intrigued by the premise to approach "The Pleasure in Pain" with an open mind and judge it for themselves.
In conclusion, while "The Pleasure in Pain" may appeal to some readers seeking boundary-pushing literature, it ultimately fell short of my expectations. I commend the author of the first short story for their bold exploration of challenging themes but found the execution more discomfort than enlightening.