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A review by catalyst226
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Dystopian and in too many ways eerily similar to things going on in the real world. Definitely interesting that the narrator's condition is both a notable portion of her story but not a major plot point considering everything else going on around her. I'll have to take some more time, and perhaps read something a little lighter before diving into the sequel.
Graphic: Rape, Blood, Drug abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Adult/minor relationship, Gun violence, Cannibalism, Violence, Trafficking, Murder, and Death of parent
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Slavery, Child death, and Police brutality