Unknowable, Unspeakable and Unsprung: Psychoanalytic Perspectives on Truth, Scandal, Secrets and Lies
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Unknowable, Unspeakable, and Unsprung delves into the mysteries of scandalous behavior- behavior...
Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy: Theory, Issues, and Practice
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The integration of animals into the therapy setting by psychotherapists has been a growing trend....
Autism and Understanding: The Waldon Approach to Child Development
Walter Solomon, Chris Holland and Mary Jo Middleton
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"[The authors] provide a detailed breakdown of the scientific underpinnings of Waldon's theory in...
Honey in Traditional and Modern Medicine
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The use of honey can be traced back to the Stone Age. Evidence can be found for its nutritional and...
Breath in the Dark
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Settling down on the bed, I stroked the plump, still body, watching my mother's face just to make...
Rose is a character with very little self confidence as it is, and when a world famous pop star, Milo Jax, shows an interest in her, she can’t believe it. Why would he want to see her? Well, it seems that he has a nose for a willing victim. He has recognised an easily coerced, shy young woman and he sexually assaults her.
This is a very introspective novel, and we see a lot of Rose’s inner thoughts where she constantly argues with herself: did something happen, did Jax rape her, or did she allow it? She’s a young woman who is obsessed with the way she looks - as are most of her peers. The scenes at the hen party honestly made my toes curl.
This should probably come with trigger warnings for sexual assault, rape, domestic violence, eating disorders and suicide. There may be more, because everything was thrown at this book.
I did somewhat enjoy Gold Rush, and especially the character of Minnie (Rose’s boss), who took no nonsense from anyone. I read it really quickly, due to the fact that I didn’t want to put it down, in the hope that Rose would tell someone or report Milo Jax as a sexual predator, I think.
This didn’t quite hit the mark for me, and I think it may well be that I’m not the right demographic for it.
Skin and Bones (London Love #3)
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Hugo Burrows has life under control. He has a decent job, a long-term relationship and a flat in...
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Rehabilitation for Lower Limbs
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Rehabilitation for Lower Limbs is a clinically relevant app for physiotherapists and healthcare...
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Phoebe (13 KP) rated Hannibal - Season 1 in TV
Oct 8, 2018
It did not disappoint.
The relationships built within this season are well thought out and captivating, especially that of Will Graham and Hannibal Lecter. The way the two men circle each other, their relationship filled with manipulation and a subtle seduction, you learn the ways they need each other, and become dependant on each other as they delve further into each other's psyches.
Speaking of, the way in which Will is both portrayed by Hugh Dancy, and treated within the show in regards to his innate aptitude for understanding the macabre is fascinating. I found it opened a new door to how the mind can work, and the dark repercussions they can have. This is also well shown through Abigail, as we follow through the aftermath of a traumatic event at the hands of her father.
The overly stunning aesthetics of this show work not only to entice but also to act as a juxtaposition to the gore caused by Hannibal and the "monsters of the week" in every episode. It allows the viewer a glimpse into how Hannibal sees the world; as a work of art. Even down to his victims. The elegance that he constantly exudes, particularly in scenes in his kitchen, almost numbs the viewer to the horrific truth behind his character.
Overall, a beautiful show. One I would highly recommend, but maybe not to those with a particularly weak stomach.