This book is the sequel to'Parable of the Sower,' but it stands up pretty well by itself, though I would definitely recommend reading the first book, because Butler is that good and these books are very powerful. Powerful, dark sequel that stands on its own

Parable of the Talents was selected as one of the best books of the year by Publishers Weekly. A powerful reading from three standout narrators captures the multi-generational sweep of this poignant tale.īutler's acclaimed novels have won numerous awards, and she is a recipient of a 'genius' grant from the MacArthur Foundation. Persecuted for 'heathen' beliefs as much as for having a Black female leader, Earthseed's followers face a life-and-death struggle to preserve their vision.īest-selling author Octavia Butler's fluid writing and keen observations about race, gender, politics, and religion make for a moving parable that will be pondered for generations.

Taking advantage of the situation, a zealous, bigoted tyrant wins his way into the White House.ĭirectly opposed is Lauren Olamina, founder of Earthseed - a new faith that teaches 'God Is Change'. Assault, theft, sexual abuse, slavery, and murder are commonplace. Environmental devastation and economic chaos have turned America into a land of horrifying depravity.

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