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A review by mwass
Fledgling by Octavia E. Butler
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I love how Butler explores morally grey relationships and uses the reader’s uncomfortablity as a tool to do so! She effortlessly builds a fleshed out believable world that sucks you in, while also tackling issues such as racism and consent.
Graphic: Blood, Adult/minor relationship, Death of parent, Death, Racism, and Hate crime
Moderate: Sexual content