Hundertausende gewöhnliche Frauen verwandeln sich im Jahr 1955 in den USA plötzlich in Drachen. Ihnen wachsen Flügel, Schuppen und Krallen. Für Alex Green, ein junges Mädchen, ist es auch Jahre später noch ein Mysterium, denn das Reden darüber ist ein Tabu…

 

„When Women Were Dragons - Unterdrückt. Entfesselt. Wiedergeboren“ ist ein feministischer Fantasyroman von Kelly Barnhill.

 

Die Struktur erschließt sich schnell: Der Roman umfasst 44 Kapitel. Dazwischen sind immer wieder Berichte, Briefe, Auszüge aus wissenschaftlichen Arbeiten und Protokolle eingefügt. Erzählt wird in der Ich-Perspektive aus der Sicht von Alex. Die Handlung erstreckt sich über einige Jahre.

 

Der Schreibstil ist anschaulich, bildstark und atmosphärisch. Die Sprache ist authentisch, passt sich der jeweiligen Textform an und steckt voller Symbolik.

 

Protagonistin Alex ist ein interessanter und sympathischer Charakter, der durchaus lebensnah dargestellt wird. Ihre Gedanken und Gefühle lassen sich sehr gut nachvollziehen.

 

Wie könnte eine alternative Vergangenheit aussehen, in der sich Frauen gegen das Patriarchat auflehnen? Was passiert, wenn sich weiblicher Widerstand körperlich manifestiert? Die Drachenwandlung ist eine spannende und originelle Umsetzung dieses Gedankenexperiments. Wegen der antifeministischen Gegentendenzen sind die Themen unzureichende Gleichberechtigung und Sexismus so aktuell wie je. Die Geschichte regt zum Nachdenken an, gibt gesellschaftskritische Impulse und zeigt Missstände auf. Darin liegt die wohl größte Stärke des Romans.

 

Auf den fast 480 Seiten ist die Geschichte unterhaltsam, aber nicht durchweg fesselnd. Die Handlung ist stimmig. Allerdings bleiben zum Schluss noch einige Fragen offen.

 

Das düstere, geheimnisvolle Cover passt sowohl zum Inhalt als auch zum Genre. Der Titel der deutschen Ausgabe, der wörtlich vom Original übernommen wurde, gefällt mir ebenfalls gut.

 

Mein Fazit:
Mit „When Women Were Dragons - Unterdrückt. Entfesselt. Wiedergeboren“ ist Kelly Barnhill ein außergewöhnlicher Fantasyroman gelungen. Trotz mehrerer Längen eine empfehlenswerte Lektüre.

 

Menopause is a period that occurs one year after women have their last period. It can cause noticeable changes in skin and hair. These effects can be reduced with the right care.

 

Here are the top dermatologists' recommendations

 

Age Spots

You'll notice the effects of the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays if you have spent a lot of time outdoors without sun protection. Age spots and darker areas can develop on the chest, face, neck, arms, and hands. Pre-cancerous and cancerous growths in the skin are also more common during this time.

Sunscreen should be applied every day to your skin before you go outside. It can be applied to any skin areas that clothing doesn't cover. Broad-spectrum sunscreens with at least 30 SPF are recommended to protect your skin. This will help reduce the appearance of age spots and prevent the formation of new ones.

For skin cancer screening, make an appointment with a dermatologist. As you age, your risk of developing skin cancer increases. Skin cancer screenings are more important as your risk increases. Skin cancers and pre-cancerous growths can be treated if detected early.

Dry skin

Skin loses its ability to hold water during menopause. This can lead to skin becoming very dry. Dry air can make this more apparent. Instead of using soap, use a mild cleanser to wash dry skin. Deodorant bars should be avoided. Moisturizer can be applied after bathing or when your skin feels dry. Remember to talk to your dermatologist.

Easy Bruising

Skin becomes thinner as estrogen levels drop. Thinner skin is more prone to breaking down. Applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more daily may help reduce the appearance of thin skin. Although this will not make your skin thicker, it can help prevent any further thinning. Sunscreen should be applied to your neck, face, hands, and all other areas that clothing can't cover. It would be best if you did this daily, even during winter. A dermatologist can help you determine the best treatment option.

Hair loss

Many women notice thinning hairs on their heads after menopause. A widening of the part could be the first sign. Sometimes, women notice a receding hairline. The earlier you treat hair loss, the better. Many factors can cause hair loss, so it's important to consult a dermatologist immediately. Hair loss treatment depends on the reason. Your dermatologist might recommend minoxidil or laser treatment if your hair loss is caused by menopause.

Acne or Pimples

Some women experience teenage-like acne as their levels of estrogen drop during menopause and before. Treatments for teenage acne can be too harsh because a woman's skin tends to be thinner and drier.

Use a cleanser with salicylic acid to clean acne-prone skin. This will help unclog pores. Avoid using products that dry out your skin because they can only worsen your acne problem. If you cannot control your acne, it is worth visiting a dermatologist. It may be necessary to use hormonal treatments, too, as per the advice of a medical professional.

Fine Lines

Skin ageing can begin with fine lines. Experts recommend sunscreen, retinol, and peptides as the main steps in skin care.

There's no better time than the present to start using sunscreen in your skincare routine.

Retinol may also help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles during menopause. The topical application of retinol has anti-ageing properties.

Peptides can increase collagen production. Peptides can stimulate collagen production, one of the main fibres keeping the skin plump.

© The Natural Doctor

 

Actual Rating: 4.5

After reading Vicktor's story, I was excited to continue on with this series. I quickly picked up the sequel, but admit I wasn't convinced I'd enjoy Roman's story quite as much as Victor's. Not anything against Roman, I loved his role in In Sheep's Clothing as Victor's friend, and as a Christian who tried to do the right thing and was always there to support his friends along with David (Preach)'s help when issues arose that needed prayer or advice. He struck me as the fun more carefree one of the group, well if there is such a thing in a group of Russian FSB (formally KGB) members and American soldiers. But, still.... He's the one with the jokes and always trying to make light of a dark situation when his friend need the hope and a loyal companion.

That said, his story, and character, are drastically different from Vicktor's. Whereas Vita is the 'tall, dark, and handsome, Russian cop, take no prisoners type tough-guy who things women are either cursed or all crazy, and is hard set on revenge to atone for past sins, with or without the help of his Believing friends. Roman is different. Coming from a very different background, Roman is just trying to prove himself worth and good enough as a man of God, trying desperately to avoid his father's failures, while struggling to find his place in God's will in the harsh Siberian reality.

Much to my surprise, I ended up loving this one! More so even than book 1, which blew me away and snuck up on my toward the end! I loved seeing Roman and Sarai's story unfold, but also loved how the truths they discovered, about themselves, each other, and God's will were relevant in my life today, and how they even had the chance to display their newfound knowledge before the story ended, which was a satisfying addition to the story.

I also must mention Genye and Anya! I enjoyed meeting them early on in the book, and loved their role more as the story plays out. They serve several purposes, missionaries, mentors, friends, and a sort of adopted/found family for Sarai for a time along with others. I loved their wisdom and guidance, from Genye's silent knowing and protective kindness, to Anya's talk in the kitchen and her guidance as a medical missionary alongside Sarai.

I also loved seeing the duel POV as Roman and Sarai's relationship grows and develops. I always love duel POV for romances and similar stories, but this one was extra important and enjoyable amidst all the twists and surprises, sometimes even the character themselves made a new discovery of self realization that changes things in how they react to each other in the future, and I loved seeing that progression, and the thought processes that lead to those new turns!

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