A review by julis
Patternmaster by Octavia E. Butler

challenging reflective 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? Yes

4.0

First thing of hers I’ve read and I’ll be back for more. Also definitely a first book, the pacing and development are a little clunky at times.
That being said: Very, very solid, thought provoking worldbuilding, complex characters, storytelling that shows you just enough to piece together other backstories, other characters.