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A review by eclipsisblue
The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
good book, characters somewhat flat and meant to represent a type of reaction to society rather than be full fledged characters, which is pretty common in dystopia and works well here. i personally loved the writing style but if you need everything to be linear and make sense it might not be for you.
Graphic: Infertility, Misogyny, Sexual violence, Slavery, Religious bigotry, Murder, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Miscarriage, Rape, Sexual content, Suicide, Toxic relationship, and Grief
Minor: Homophobia, Infidelity, and Alcohol