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A review by valyn_grebe
The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
challenging
dark
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Sexism, Suicidal thoughts, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Confinement, Cursing, Death, Infertility, Infidelity, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicide, Forced institutionalization, and Grief
Minor: Child death, Drug use, Gun violence, Homophobia, Miscarriage, and Blood