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Dangerous Women 1

George R.R. Martin
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Dangerous Women 1

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2014

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George R.R. Martin

Dangerous Women 1

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

402

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dangerous Women 1, edited by George R.R. Martin and Gardner Dozois, is a diverse anthology that explores multifaceted portrayals of women across various genres. It includes stories like "Some Desperado" by Joe Abercrombie and "My Heart Is Either Broken" by Megan Abbott, showcasing strong, complex female characters navigating intriguing, sometimes perilous circumstances.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

3.8

2,442 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dangerous Women 1, edited by George R.R. Martin, is praised for its diverse array of stories showcasing strong female characters across genres. Readers appreciate the blend of well-written tales from renowned authors. Criticisms include uneven story quality and pacing in some sections. Overall, the collection is engaging but varies in impact from story to story.

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Who Should Read Dangerous Women 1?

Readers who enjoy Dangerous Women 1 by George R.R. Martin would likely appreciate diverse narratives featuring strong, complex female characters, akin to those in A Game of Thrones. Fans of anthologies with a mix of fantasy, sci-fi, and thriller elements, similar to Rogues, would also find this book engaging.

3.8

2,442 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

402

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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