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

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

4.5

sincerely one of the most terrifying books i have ever read and i cannot believe it was written in the 90s. unfortunately i could completely see this country developing into what is portrayed in this story. horrifying, heartbreaking, scary, sad. but there are ways to enact change amidst the horror and that’s the most important lesson of this book in my opinion. 
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