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

adventurous dark 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

I really enjoyed this. Distopian America isn’t a setting I usually like but Lauren was a great lens in which to see this world.the story is dark but never feels grotesque because of the emotion behind all the tragedy. I’m excited for the next book and hope to see earth seed grow to new heights.