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

adventurous dark tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

It is really trippy to read a dystopian novel set in your present time (i.e. the 2020s). I found Butler's warning for the future of the United States to be very poignant and insightful. I connected with Lauren's character as a fellow oldest daughter.
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