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

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

4.75

This book is truly amazing. I reread it and it hits just as hard the second time. The only thing keeping it from five stars is that 'it factor' that a book sometimes has, and I just can't say this one has it. But really a great read and a terrifying one.
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