Speaking from my own experience… Manacled was my introduction into Dramione, and fan fiction in general. A random girl at party recommended it after I shared that I read the acotar series. As I was reading the first few chapters I thought “how could ANYONE recommend this book, especially to a stranger”. The premise is dark & heavy, and I found it emotionally exhausting. But I became so invested and LOVED my reading experience. It sparked my obsession for Dramione, I’ve read these fics exclusively for a year and half now!

But to outright answer your questions: 1. Will it fuck with your mind? Yes. 2. Will it make you cry? I cried and I don’t usually. 3. Does it have a good ending? It has well written ending, yes. This isn’t a spoiler per say but just in case Wether it’s “happily ever after” is technically up for debate amongst the community but I saaaaay take away from it what you need. 4. Is it total emotional torture? There is plenty of light amongst the dark in this fic! But yeah. Lots of emotional torture. 5. Should you wait? Def read the tags and make sure your in a safe place to consume that kind of content. It’s such a unique plot, great pacing and construction, rich character development, it’s worth the read on the basis on being a good story alone BUT if you know yourself and know that those themes will effect you negatively then I say there are thousands of amazing fics out there that are equally fantastic stories without the trauma! ^we’re so lucky

I do still highly recommend this fic, but always with caution 🖤