A review by vivian_m_anderson
Parable of the Talents by Octavia E. Butler

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

4.5

great follow-up to the first book! super engaging and interesting development, particularly with olaminas character. i find it hard to fully agree with any of the characters, but i think that’s actually one of the book’s strengths! i wish octavia butler had survived to write the third book, but i can’t wait to read her other work