Books matching: traditional roles subversion
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Save:A delightful, funny, and empowering adventure that turns fairy tale tropes upside down. Great for young readers and anyone who appreciates a smart, un-princessy princess - just don't expect high drama or intense romance.
Linderwall was a large kingdom, just east of the Mountains of Morning, where philosophers were highly respected and the number five was fashionable. The climate was unremarkable. The knights kept thei... - #2
Save:A Pulitzer-winning fever dream of Americana: dark, thought-provoking, and unforgettable - a must for fans of intense family drama and modern theater.
Scene: day. Old wooden staircase down left with pale, frayed carpet laid down on the steps. The stairs lead offstage left up into the wings with no landing. Up right is an old, dark green sofa with th... - #3
Save:The Flaw in All Magic follows the protagonist, Tane, a man without magical ability who navigates a world driven by magic, where he uses sleight of hand and bluff to uncover a conspiracy surrounding a student's murder. Alongside his half-orc sidekick, Kadka, they delve into a fantastical world filled with adventure, intrigue, and a mix of magic and engineering. The writing style is engaging, with a fast-paced plot that seamlessly blends elements of mystery, fantasy, and steampunk, keeping readers hooked until the last page.
It was the students. There weren’t enough of them. Normally the clock atop Thalen’s Hall tolling the hour would have sent hundreds of young humans and elves and gnomes and more scurrying to their clas... - #4
Save:A richly emotional, slightly gothic historical romance with virgin vigilante hero, experienced heroine, and a blend of action, steam, and real character growth. Not flawless, but unforgettable for fans of fresh tropes and luscious storytelling.
Isabel Beckinhall—Baroness Beckinhall—sighed silently to herself. Her carriage had come to a standstill in the worst part of London—the dirty streets of St. Giles. And why was she in St. Giles as dark...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Maiden Lane ) - #5
Save:'The Girl with No Hands' by Angela Slatter is a collection of 16 twisted and fractured fairy tales and dark fantasies that reimagine classic tales with a focus on female heroines. Slatter's writing style is described as elegant and simple, illuminating the symbiotic relationship between pleasure and pain in each story. The author questions traditional fairy tale morals and rules, painting characters in shades of grey and creating powerful storytelling that is not fit for children but rather for adults.
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Save:A vibrant, witty, and heart-filled modern myth - perfect if you want to question gender norms and capitalism in under 200 pages. Great for fans of literary experimentation and queer themes.
It is Saturday evening; we always stay at their house on Saturdays. The couch and the chairs are shoved back against the walls. The teak coffee table from the middle of the room is up under the window... - #7
Save:'Sir Apropos of Nothing' by Peter David is a fantasy novel that follows the story of Apropos, a character who is described as an anti-hero with selfish and manipulative tendencies. The plot is a mix of humor, adventure, and philosophical reflections, with Apropos navigating a world where he struggles between doing what is right and looking out for his own interests. The writing style is noted for its quirky humor, puns, and satirical take on traditional fantasy tropes, making it a refreshing and unique read in the genre.
The entire thing had happened so quickly that I wasn’t quite sure how to react. Part of me wanted to laugh, but most of me fairly cringed at what had just occurred. I didn’t do particularly well with... - #8
Save:A daring, unforgettable poetry collection that transforms fairy tales into chilling, clever, and fiercely feminist reflections on life - absolutely worth picking up if you love literary risks and reinvented classics.
Each of these versions of the poem has the same number of lines: the number that Ashbery intended. But if you look at the second, third, and fifth lines of the second stanza in the right-hand version... - #9
Save:'His Human to Claim' in the series 'Unit A12' by author Morgan Robinson is a romance story set in a world where all men on Earth have died, leaving only women behind. Visitors from outer space come to help the females, providing them with safety and assistance, until they ask for something in return. The story follows Olivia, the first woman to travel through a portal and meet a tribe of demon-like aliens, where she becomes mated to one of them. The plot revolves around fated mates, instant attraction, and the merging of cultures, creating an engaging and unique storyline. Despite the basic plot, some readers found the book to be a fun and enjoyable read, with elements of humor and a sweet relationship between the main characters.
