I know this is probably a common topic. For me, I’m not sure if it’s a “trope” or just totally misinformed writing, but it’s how many authors approach alcoholism. Some examples are Girl on the Train and The House Across the Lake, among HUNDREDS. If anyone else here has struggled with alcoholism, you know it’s not just "i woke up after downing an entire bottle of whiskey but was able to shower, down a cup of coffee, and solve a murder. "

  • Summ3rhall_@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    A certain thing we desperately need to help our quest only happens every 100 years.

    Luckily for us it’s happening tomorrow night

    • SimpleJoys1998@alien.topBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      I haven’t read this book, but from what I’ve heard about it, it’s sounds similar to the premise of Lightlark lol

    • res30stupid@alien.topBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      I know a lot of stories are based on heroes foiling some evil ritual or plan, so their learning about said event helps add some tension as they realise the villain is about to win.