blaze_o_glory 's review for:

Adulthood Rites by Octavia E. Butler

challenging emotional reflective tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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Adulthood Rites is just as uncomfortable as Dawn, but in the best way possible. It’s uncomfortable because the human condition is uncomfortable. If I had paused to contemplate every thought or feeling this book inspired in me, I’d still be reading it at this time next year.