A review by achanceofbella
The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood

challenging dark emotional sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Very apt and terrifying given the recent supreme court decision, however I think people need to stop saying Atwood prophecies anything - she was reflecting the reality of the time for so many women. This was a reread and she remains one of my favourite authors of all time. 
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