A review by missa303
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler

dark sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.75

Definitely an interesting read given the state of the world and the direction we are headed - it reflects a lot of my climate anxiety. There was one weird age-gap romance that i didn't think was necessary, but im just gonna pretend that doesnt exist. The pacing also felt weird to me - it felt like a lot was happening, but also nothing was happening at the same time. I enjoyed the audiobook - i think if i didnt do the audio version, i mightve DNF'ed it though.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Addiction, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Gore, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Slavery, Violence, Blood, Trafficking, Grief, Death of parent, and Murder

Minor: Sexual assault and Cannibalism