[hedgeknight]

It's a fine line he's walking, that's for sure. And in certain cultures, even our own years ago, it was perfectly acceptable to marry young and bear children.
It doesn't disturb me that betrothals are made often for older "lords" and younger ladies. What disturbs me is the same thing that disturbs you, Blackfish - the explicit detail of those scenes. Some may say it's just part of the story, but to me, it's a little creepy.
I work as a school counselor and 12-14 year old girls are just that - girls. Not women ready for sex.
Just some thoughts - good discussion. Anyone else?
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