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. "

  • little_brown_bat@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    I liked how in some of the Discworld novels, injuries do hinder a character or previous injuries are at least acknowledged and may even hinder a character. In the Watch novels especially, the effects of not getting enough rest tend to come into play.

    • Wonderingfirefly@alien.topBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      Good to know. I’m currently on the hunt for the first Discworld novel so that my retirement plans will be pretty much set in place.