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'Black Sheep' and 'This Wretched Valley' use horror to question morality

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Exploring Themes of Belief, Alienation, and Reconciliation in 'Black Sheep'

In this chapter, the hosts delve into the themes of belief, alienation, and family dysfunction in the book 'Black Sheep', discussing the impact of protagonist Vesper's lack of faith on her relationships and exploring the scary and violent imagery children are exposed to in religious contexts.

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