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A review by v171
The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
There's something about Le Guin's writing that feels like home. Despite her being one of The Greats of sci fi in the 60s and 70s, I find her works to be distinct and timeless. This book follows that pattern. It was a short, but poignant read that I enjoyed throughout. There were times when I felt the commentary overshadowed the plot, but I didn't mind.
Graphic: Mental illness and Forced institutionalization
Moderate: Genocide
Minor: Emotional abuse