A review by amanda02143
The Handmaid's Tale, by Margaret Atwood
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Rape, Suicidal thoughts, Religious bigotry, Sexual assault, Suicide, Misogyny, Sexual violence, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Gaslighting, Infertility, Classism, Alcohol, Antisemitism, Infidelity, and Abortion