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jendella's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
raven_nivhaar's review against another edition
3.0
These were some very interesting stories. I kind of wish they had been full length books, or at least novellas so that we could fully explore the themes that were being addressed. I was intrigued by A Necessary Being for the ideas it brought up, like what exactly ARE the Hao and what brought about the thought process that the clans NEEDED one to to thrive? There were hints but nothing that was able to be fully addressed in the limited pages.
Same with Childfinder and the apparent war brewing.
Same with Childfinder and the apparent war brewing.
angesquires's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
justicen1511's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
anice's review against another edition
Really delightful little treats for the Butler fan; it’s great to see very bright and early work from a beloved author.
kyland80's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
dirtyclod's review against another edition
5.0
Can't get enough of Octavia Butler right now. I love her intensive look into caste, race, and systems within fantastical worlds she creates.
yasminnnali's review against another edition
3.0
I really don't like science fiction, but Octavia might just be my exception.
Two short stories that really did it for me. The one about the children more so, was my favorite. The other one was a bit out of my range, which caused me to knock it down a few stars.
Two short stories that really did it for me. The one about the children more so, was my favorite. The other one was a bit out of my range, which caused me to knock it down a few stars.