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The Green Man

Lynn Abbey (1989)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age18+

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Hero archetypes

Alcoholic Protagonist

Heroine archetypes

Innkeeper / Shop Owner

Protagonist archetypes

AntiheroMorally Gray Protagonist

Synopsis

The alcoholic owner of an English countryside inn divides his time between trying to seduce the female guests and telling tales of ghosts rumored to haunt the inn. After an encounter with a spirit, the man and his cohorts realize that the ghosts are not only real, but after them as well.

The Green Man: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This adult supernatural fantasy features an alcoholic protagonist who attempts to seduce female guests, creating an uncomfortable predatory dynamic. The horror elements and adult themes make it unsuitable for younger readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include alcohol abuse, substance abuse, and addiction (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adult readers interested in atmospheric ghost stories with flawed protagonists will find this compelling.

Tags

Supernatural HorrorContemporary FantasyGhost StoryBritish Setting