Forum working with the family revenge stories: What are some common themes in family revenge stories?

In some cases, family revenge stories end with a form of justice being served. Maybe through legal means if the wrongdoings were illegal. For instance, if a family member was embezzling from the family business, and the victim took revenge by reporting it and getting the embezzler punished. But this 'justice' doesn't always bring back the harmony in the family and there are often long - lasting scars.

One challenge is dealing with deep - seated emotions. Family revenge stories often involve intense feelings like anger and resentment that are hard to overcome.

The themes of sons' revenge in family stories can vary widely. Sometimes it's about broken promises. Say, a father promised the son something important like an education or a career opportunity within the family enterprise but didn't deliver. This sense of betrayal can cause the son to plot revenge. Additionally, cultural factors can play a role. In some cultures, family honor is highly valued. If a son feels that the family has lost face because of the actions of other family members, he may try to restore the family's honor in a way that could be seen as revenge, like distancing himself from the family publicly or exposing family secrets.

One way is to encourage open communication. Let family members freely express their feelings of revenge without judgment. This can help in understanding the root causes.

Sons' revenge often leads to a breakdown in communication. Family members become hesitant to talk openly, fearing more conflict. For example, if a son takes revenge by spreading false rumors about the family, it can make everyone defensive and less likely to have honest conversations. This can further deteriorate the family relationships and make it difficult to resolve any underlying issues.

Another theme is the transformation of the wronged character. Initially, they might be meek or naive, but the act of revenge changes them. They become more assertive, cunning, and in some cases, a bit morally ambiguous. It's like the revenge is not just about getting back at the other person but also about their own self - discovery and growth in a rather dark way.

Common themes in sex revenge stories often involve a sense of retaliation for a broken sexual trust. For instance, if someone was used for sexual pleasure and then discarded, they might seek revenge. This could involve spreading rumors about the person's sexual performance or preferences in a vindictive way. Another aspect could be revenge due to unfulfilled sexual expectations, like when one partner promised certain things sexually but never delivered, leading to the other partner plotting revenge in various ways.

One common theme is betrayal. For example, if a wife has an affair, the husband might seek revenge in the story. Another theme could be financial disputes. Maybe the wife has mismanaged the family finances, leading to the husband's revenge. Also, disrespect within the relationship can be a cause. If the wife constantly belittles the husband in public, he may plot revenge in the story.

Betrayal is a common theme. In most love revenge stories, one person feels betrayed by their lover, like in 'The Count of Monte Cristo' where Edmond Dantes is betrayed by his so - called friends and fiancée. Another theme is the cycle of revenge. Once revenge starts, it often becomes a cycle that is hard to break, as seen in 'Wuthering Heights' where the revenge actions keep affecting the next generations.

Another theme is deception. Often, the revenge plot involves some sort of deception. Like in the story where a person fakes evidence to make the wrongdoer look bad. They deceive the wrongdoer into a situation where they are exposed or punished.