248 pages
English language
Published Aug. 8, 1980 by Sidgwick and Jackson.
This book tells the story of the relationship between Doro and Anyanwu, two beings with special powers - very different powers - and how they choose to use them. Wild Seed is a classic, one that is much needed in these times of crisis. Significant and radical.
Butler's way of introducing a superhuman premise up front in a matter-of-fact way then getting right to the implications for human characters and works well. You can feel strong undercurrents while engaging with a good story. Looking forward to continuing the series.
Butler's way of introducing a superhuman premise up front in a matter-of-fact way then getting right to the implications for human characters and works well. You can feel strong undercurrents while engaging with a good story. Looking forward to continuing the series.
The only reason I gave this book 4 stars is because I didn't really like the ending. I thought it was very anticlimactic. Otherwise, I really enjoyed the book. The protagonist is one of the best female characters I have read in a long time.
The only reason I gave this book 4 stars is because I didn't really like the ending. I thought it was very anticlimactic. Otherwise, I really enjoyed the book. The protagonist is one of the best female characters I have read in a long time.
