A collection of intense short stories set in Oregon, exploring masculinity, violence, and loss among blue-collar men.
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A collection of intense short stories set in Oregon, exploring masculinity, violence, and loss among blue-collar men.
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Set in rural Oregon with the shadow of the Cascade Mountains hanging over them, these stories bring you face-to-face with a mad bear, a house with a basement that opens up into a cave, a nuclear meltdown that renders the Pacific Northwest into a contemporary Wild West. Refresh, Refresh by Benjamin Percy is a bold, fiery, and unforgettable collection that deals with vital issues of our time.
What's Inside
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Romance & sex
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Mild sexual themes and flirtations; some stories mention explicit content briefly. To sexual coercion or threat in interpersonal dynamics.
Violence & gore
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Graphic violence pervasive; physical, psychological, and gory scenes central to many stories.
Profanity
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Frequent strong language used throughout the collection.
Substance use
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Minor references to alcohol use in some stories.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQIA+ representation present.
Religious content
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No religious themes present.
Magic & witchcraft
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No occult or witchcraft themes present.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Moderate focus on war's impact and societal masculinity norms in several stories.
Self-harm / suicide
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Brief mentions of self-inflicted harm in context of despair.
Abuse & suffering
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Frequent themes of emotional and physical abuse; suffering central to character struggles. To sexual coercion or threat in interpersonal dynamics.
Other
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