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4.18 AVERAGE
4.18 AVERAGE
I suspect that that this would have felt a lot more revolutionary had I read it when it was published in 1980. I'm curious if Butler would have ended it differently if she had published it more recently.
From beginning to end the book was an engaging and wild ride. The main characters are complex and their relationship to each other even more so. The last few chapters were a little rushed in my opinion but it was definitely an interesting read and start to the series. Can’t wait to read the next!
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Omg is all I can say like how did Butler think of this??? Im also so dumb for reading mind of my mind first bc im like DUH SHE WAS EMMAAAAAAAA
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
challenging
dark
hopeful
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
Wow! Unputdownable. This book will wrap itself around your brain with its well-made characters and ethical dilemmas. It’s violent, but not repulsive, sinister, psychological, but also a deeply human journey as the two immortal characters of Doro and Anyanwu love, hate and battle each other through the centuries. There are so many layers to this story, I don’t want to give more details and ruin the experience.
I’ve never read anything like it. I’ll definitely be reading more from Ms. Butler.
Audible notes: Robin Miles is a goddess.
I’ve never read anything like it. I’ll definitely be reading more from Ms. Butler.
Audible notes: Robin Miles is a goddess.
dark
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The most interesting thing about this book is the power dynamic - two effectively immortal people with different powers and priorities attempting to establish dominance over the other (or, really, be allowed to do what they want) - the science-fiction element helps drive the question of what gives a person agency to its limits in a way that contemporary/historical fiction would not be able to.