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A review by peasandpancakes
The Handmaid's Tale (The Handmaid's Tale, #1) Special Edition by Margaret Atwood
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.25
My rating might be biased because I loved the series and I listened to the audiobook narrated by Elizabeth Moss. It scares me how some of the things in these books are happening right now somewhere in the world, which makes it impactful I think.
I think it helps to have watched the series, because there was a lot less about the daily way of things in the book than I expected. Having seen the series, did help to make it feel more immersive.
I think it helps to have watched the series, because there was a lot less about the daily way of things in the book than I expected. Having seen the series, did help to make it feel more immersive.
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Slavery, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Homophobia, Infertility, Physical abuse, Rape, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Infidelity, Miscarriage, Alcohol, and War