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Violence
Some
Gang rape scene; violence against the protagonist
Language
Some
Strong language
Sexual Content
Very heavy
Graphic sexual content throughout; gang rape; multiple explicit encounters
Substance Use
Barely any
Alcohol and drug references
Emotional Intensity
Some
Themes of identity, personhood, and freedom — with extremely controversial sexual politics
What this book is about
Heinlein's 1982 novel opens with the protagonist being gang-raped in the first chapter, proceeds through numerous explicit sexual encounters, and features Heinlein's late-career sexual politics at their most controversial. Adults only.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Gang rape in first chapter
Graphic sexual content throughout
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