29 pages 58 minutes read

Octavia E. Butler

Wild Seed

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1980

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Wild Seed by Octavia E. Butler is acclaimed for its masterful exploration of complex themes like power, identity, and transformation. Readers praise its vivid characters and thought-provoking narrative. However, some critics find the pacing slow in parts and the plot occasionally convoluted. Overall, it stands out as a compelling and innovative work in speculative fiction.

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Who Should Read Wild Seed?

Readers who appreciate Wild Seed by Octavia E. Butler are likely fans of speculative fiction with strong themes of power, identity, and survival. They might also enjoy The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood and Kindred by Butler herself for their exploration of complex social issues within gripping narratives.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
LGBTQ
Themes
Relationships: Family
Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Historical Fiction
Fantasy