I know this is probably a common topic. For me, I’m not sure if it’s a “trope” or just totally misinformed writing, but it’s how many authors approach alcoholism. Some examples are Girl on the Train and The House Across the Lake, among HUNDREDS. If anyone else here has struggled with alcoholism, you know it’s not just "i woke up after downing an entire bottle of whiskey but was able to shower, down a cup of coffee, and solve a murder. "

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    1 year ago

    I can’t stand “detectives” who have a dark past / drink a lot / disobey their boss but still always end up solving the case by some stroke of luck. Then goes back to being edgy. Can’t stand it