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A review by deblambert
The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
A cautious speculative tale of an alarming future that is possible.
Graphic: Death, Misogyny, Rape, Sexism, Sexual violence, Slavery, Torture, Trafficking, Kidnapping, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Homophobia and War