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A review by archiewc
The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
compelling, but certainly a product of it's time
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Homophobia, Infertility, Infidelity, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Religious bigotry, Suicide attempt, Pregnancy