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No one would agree with this pattern shown in the book as a means of living life, yet in a lesser way, isn't that exactly what people do in our current society? They use drugs and alcohol to solve problems, avoid confronting their true thoughts and emotions, and mask their pain. Today some call drug use "recreational," but I have never seen it that way. Just as Kim discovers that her first encounter with Rey was not all that satisfying after all.
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This was cemented more for me when Kim and Shan had their rendezvous at the park without the aid of drugs, the sense of emotional satisfaction was highlighted by the author. This was in contradiction to the excessive alcohol use, and hangover pills which added to the feeling of emptiness which for me emphasised the use of the various substances as a means of control by the AI's.
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I agree. It was so sad to realize that their society is built upon unhappiness and drugs. When that unhappiness is removed, is there a need for drugs? At least to escape?Emily Meadows wrote: ↑11 Dec 2022, 12:38 I didn't love it! I definitely understood *why* they took the drugs, but it felt sad, and without spoiling it for people who are still reading the book, I think the author agreed it was sad. The Kim/Shan experience without drugs seemed so much more meaningful.
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I think the drug use added to the story in a very subtle manner. Drug use is everywhere and widely accepted, yet we know it's wrong, but those in the book don't. At least, not really. The fact that drugs are not limited either makes it so that you know the government is aware of everyone's addictions, but they let it happen regardless.Holly Goncalves wrote: ↑07 Dec 2022, 18:11 I noticed that the official reviewer took issue with the drug use mentioned. What was your take on the drug use described in this book? Did you think it added to the story, detracted from it, or made no difference?
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I think that, as sad as it is, the drug usage is really important to the story and very realistic. I know this from experience. Some truths are hard to swallow, but i commend authors who deal with issues like this head on as part of their work. I'd like to thank Craig W. Stanfill for not shying away from the nitty gritty.Holly Goncalves wrote: ↑07 Dec 2022, 18:11 I noticed that the official reviewer took issue with the drug use mentioned. What was your take on the drug use described in this book? Did you think it added to the story, detracted from it, or made no difference?
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I agree, Kelsey. I have always seen drugs and alcohol as "escapes" from reality, and I can also see why they would be necessary to continue to control a population that was so restricted otherwise. I also think that the rampant use of VR technology to make people believe they are happy with their lives was another of those "control" actions.Kelsey Roy wrote: ↑11 Dec 2022, 22:34 I always view drugs as a way for some to escape reality. Whether that’s pain, boredom, anxiety, it’s always an escape. I think the author’s use of drugs in this dystopian setting highlighted the uncomfortable nature of life. Kim used alcohol to first escape the monotony of her life, and then used drugs to deal with her “issues” with sexual interactions in the clubs. The author’s inclusion of these substances wasn’t offensive, it was another play on the themes within the book.