A review by erinmure5
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler

medium-paced

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

4.0

This is a great book, and it definitely makes you think. I would not describe it as a “fun read” or a “good time.” Be prepared for feelings of existential dread amidst the hope and resilience, especially given today’s socio-political climate. Speculative fiction at its finest.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Animal death, Child death, Death, Gun violence, Rape, Violence, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury

Moderate: Addiction, Racism, Slavery, Grief, Cannibalism, and Death of parent