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. "
I sort of agree but then you have a 100 takes of why didn’t they make medieval land gay friendly and why did the characters always go on about GOD and why is everyone hating on the muslim character (it’s called something else, it’s cool). Choices, choices…