A review by jellolord
Kindred by Octavia E. Butler

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

5.0

The plot of this book was incredibly captivating (far more than I would have expected from the first chapter or two) which always left me wanting more. (perhaps not surprisingly) the commentary in this book is still incredibly relevant today--it does a wonderful job of conflating the racism of early 19th century America with late 20th century America. Dark book, but what I would call pretty essential reading. 
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