A review by madisonrhoff
The Power by Naomi Alderman

adventurous challenging dark fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

No wonder I liked this book, the author was basically Margaret Atwood’s apprentice. Interesting and engaging book, but I do think there were many ideas that should’ve been touched upon. It focused on only the two sexes, with brief mentions of ‘trans’ or ‘non-binary’ persons, but I think it should’ve been a greater focus. I loved the many points of view and the storytelling from various characters. Maybe this is just the engineer in me but I also think some of the evolutionary science could’ve been more cohesive. The ending was a bit lackluster considering the quick pace of the novel. Good read though, I can see why it’s a bestseller.
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