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

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

4.5

This prophetic book was published in 1993 but takes place in a Dystopian California through 2024-2027, and the parallels to the present are chilling. The realistic subject matter was hard to digest at times, but the writing was strong besides the slow intro. I’ll be reading the sequel.
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