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

challenging dark sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Astutely observing trends in American society and taking those trends their most harrowing possible conclusions, Octavia Butler gives us an incredibly dark and depressing look at humanity at its worst, providing just enough hope and kindness to keep us from shutting the book and entering a depression-induced vegetative state.
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