Literary Fiction
Seventh Veil of Salome
2024·318 pages
A 1950s Hollywood tale of rival actresses intertwined with the biblical story of Salome, exploring ambition and betrayal.
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A 1950s Hollywood tale of rival actresses intertwined with the biblical story of Salome, exploring ambition and betrayal.
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My thanks to author Silvia Moreno-Garcia, publishers Del Rey / Penguin Random House and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this preview ARC, in exchange for which I provide this honest review
What's Inside
will contain mild spoilers
Romance & sex
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Moderate sexual content with implied scenes and themes of desire; not graphically detailed. Sexual harassment and coercion in Hollywood setting.
Violence & gore
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Moderate violence including implied beheading and power struggles; not overly graphic.
Profanity
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Minor use of strong language; not a central focus.
Substance use
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Brief mentions of alcohol use in social settings; not glamorized.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No evidence found in available sources.
Religious content
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Major religious themes tied to biblical Salome story; faith and desire explored centrally.
Magic & witchcraft
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No evidence found in available sources.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Strong social commentary on racism, sexism, and Hollywood's systemic issues.
Self-harm / suicide
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No evidence found in available sources.
Abuse & suffering
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Moderate focus on systemic suffering, racism, and misogyny faced by characters. Sexual harassment and coercion in Hollywood setting.
Other
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