The Bequest, Joanna Margaret 
Book
Mystery
Thriller
Book
Mystery
Thriller
Updated: 12 March 2026
No rape or sexual assault
Rape or sexual assault mentioned in passing (in discussion and/or implied)
Sexual harassment (e.g. verbal or non-consensual touching/grabbing)
Sexual relationship between adult and teenager
Child sexual abuse
Incest
Attempted rape
Rape strongly implied/details surrounding a rape discussed in detail (i.e. the events before/after)
Detailed/vivid description of rape

Description

The main character is almost raped but the rape is interrupted and she is able to get away. Towards the end, the main character's boyfriend, who knows about the rape attempt, roughly has sex with her and then apologises for it.

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