A review by howilliams
Kindred by Octavia E. Butler

dark emotional reflective tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

I struggled to put this book down. Butler’s writing is exceptional, as is her ability to explore the nuances of humanity and history. She does not shy away from the darkness nor let’s us sit in it too long to become desensitized or to presume we can guess what’ll happen. I wouldn’t classify this as a pleasent read- but a gripping one, and one that I’ll be thinking of for awhile.
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