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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I don't really know what to say about the ending of the Patternmaster series(the first written).
I kind of expected it to end on something interesting about the future of the human species.
The story was good but you saw the ending coming miles away.
I kind of expected it to end on something interesting about the future of the human species.
The story was good but you saw the ending coming miles away.
Butler's weirdest series, but a strong one in the series. I read these books in chronological order but she wrote them in reverse chronological order. Shouldn't have done that.
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-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:
Yes
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Patternmaster marks the compelling conclusion to Octavia Butler's Patternist series, delivering a satisfying finale to an outstanding science fiction journey.
While the narrative takes an interesting turn, incorporating elements from Clay's Ark (book #3), I found it less impactful on the overall story. However, it serves as a crucial conflict, pushing the protagonist to evolve. The mental battles, reminiscent of Mind of My Mind (book #2), are a standout feature, showcasing Butler's unique talent in portraying non-physical confrontations.
What sets this book apart is Butler's insightful exploration of slavery, delving into the intricacies of mental enslavement. The examination of being captive within one's mind adds a layer of depth, emphasizing how it can hinder progress more than physical ownership.
I highly recommend diving into Patternmaster and experiencing the brilliance of this series. No one writes speculative fiction like Butler.
While the narrative takes an interesting turn, incorporating elements from Clay's Ark (book #3), I found it less impactful on the overall story. However, it serves as a crucial conflict, pushing the protagonist to evolve. The mental battles, reminiscent of Mind of My Mind (book #2), are a standout feature, showcasing Butler's unique talent in portraying non-physical confrontations.
What sets this book apart is Butler's insightful exploration of slavery, delving into the intricacies of mental enslavement. The examination of being captive within one's mind adds a layer of depth, emphasizing how it can hinder progress more than physical ownership.
I highly recommend diving into Patternmaster and experiencing the brilliance of this series. No one writes speculative fiction like Butler.
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
i think my least fave of the series but still good!