I, too, found several things a bit unbelievable--or perhaps
unrealistic--even in the context of a rather outrageous story. "The Most Dangerous Game" is an
implausible tale in almost every way, but I find the fact that Ivan has been treated so cruelly
yet stays with General Zaroff to be a bit much. I understand it to some degree, but even the fact
that he gets to be cruel to others does not seem a compelling enough reason for him to
stay.
I also find it a bit unbelievable that Rainsford does not do
more to get out of the situation before the actual "hunting expedition" begins. He is certainly
crafty enough and capable enough, and he is fighting for his life, after all. Why does he not do
more to avoid the confrontation? All that being said, though, I still find this a satisfying
story to read and enjoy.
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