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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: Adult/minor relationship, Drug abuse, Gun violence, Rape, Violence, Blood, Trafficking, Cannibalism, Death of parent, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Child death, Slavery, Police brutality, and Injury/Injury detail