Wild Seed

Short Review: Continue to be impressed with Butler's writing and so far, very different settings for her books. This is a story of two immortals (reason for their immortality is never given) that meet in 17th century Africa. One has been alive for nearly 4000 years, the other only a few hundred years. The story is set over about 200 years as they come together as lovers, friends, and enemies.

Butler just doesn't have light themes. This book is about eugenics, racism, sexism, violence, slavery and more. It is rough and took me a while to get through just because it was so draining to read. But at the same time it is very good writing and a compelling story.

My full review is on my blog at http://bookwi.se/wild-seed-octavia-butler/