The Force of Such Beauty
No CoverA former Olympian marries into royalty in a dark, satirical fairy tale about beauty, power, and the subjugation of women's bodies.
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A former Olympian marries into royalty in a dark, satirical fairy tale about beauty, power, and the subjugation of women's bodies.
One woman's story, told to warn the others.” Though The Force of Such Beauty is fictional, it’s easy to see inspiration drawn from real life stories of princesses, some of which are mentioned in the author’s note at the end of the book. I liked Caroline, I felt for her and was rooting for her. I was invested in this story — I could picture the grand settings, high fashion and feel the tension. I loved this book. ... THE FORCE OF SUCH BEAUTY BY: BARBARA BOURLAND Update: I have upgraded my
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Marital intimacy and fertility-focused sex tied to producing royal heirs
Graphic medical trauma and body horror; severe injury including loss of feet
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Literary fairy-tale framing only; no fantasy magic system
No occult or demonology content present
Central critique of patriarchy, royalty, and control of women's bodies
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Sustained coercive control, forced childbearing, and bodily subjugation
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