A review by agmaynard
The Power by Naomi Alderman

challenging dark emotional mysterious fast-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

4.0

Tour de force category. Narrator Adjoa Andoh does an amazing job capturing the flavor of a sprawling cast of characters. All sorts of power examined and played out in dystopian hellscapes. Juggled a number of characters' narratives mostly successfully. Flirted a bit with the men-with-skeins that I wondered whether could have played out by examining how trans folks might fit in--was not apparent, unless I missed it. Thankfully, some dry humor now and again, and connections made here and there. Glad I didn't read when all the rage; better to be a few years beyond its buzz.