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A review by ahoyitsjoy
Kindred by Octavia E. Butler
challenging
dark
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Absolutely harrowing read.
Graphic: Violence, Sexism, Slavery, Sexual assault, Blood, Child abuse, Racial slurs, Death, Death of parent, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Racism, Emotional abuse, Hate crime, Physical abuse, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Bullying and Infidelity
Minor: Vomit, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Child death, and Animal cruelty