Hmm, all the handsome guys are gay? That's one I haven't heard before, but I suppose it's true that three of the guys Alexandra has considered handsome (keep in mind, most of what is described in the series is filtered through Alexandra's perceptions) were gay. There are a few counterexamples, but obviously what attracts Alexandra isn't necessarily good looks.
I wouldn't disagree that a lot of boys might feel as you describe in your analogy - on the other hand, Alexandra's reaction probably wouldn't have changed even if she did understand Torvald's dread.
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Hmm, all the handsome guys are gay? That's one I haven't heard before, but I suppose it's true that three of the guys Alexandra has considered handsome (keep in mind, most of what is described in the series is filtered through Alexandra's perceptions) were gay. There are a few counterexamples, but obviously what attracts Alexandra isn't necessarily good looks.
I wouldn't disagree that a lot of boys might feel as you describe in your analogy - on the other hand, Alexandra's reaction probably wouldn't have changed even if she did understand Torvald's dread.