A review by dee_licious_reading
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler Wow.

This book was a tough read at times, not because of the writing (which was stunning), but because of how eerily close it feels to reality. Written in the 90s but set in the 2020s, Butler vision of a collapsing society, driven by political and economic turmoil, feels way too familiar. It’s alarming, thought-provoking, and honestly, a little terrifying.

But what I love most is the thread of hope woven through it all. Despite the chaos, the story carries resilience, faith in new beginnings, and the power of community. I couldn’t put it down. Octavia Butler was truly ahead of her time, and this book proves why shes a legend.

If you haven’t read this yet, do yourself a favor and pick it up!