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A review by tink
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler
challenging
dark
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
3.5 stars. I didn't love this, and especially not the earthseed parts, but will probably read the sequel.
Moderate: Addiction, Cannibalism, Child death, Death, Death of parent, Drug abuse, Drug use, Grief, Gun violence, Hate crime, Murder, Physical abuse, Police brutality, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Torture, and Violence