The Literary Review, March 22nd, 1995
The science fiction works of African-American Octavia E. Butler reflect her feminism and her expert use of tight, simple and rhythmic language that deviated from the decorative style of many writers of the genre. Her avoidance of artifice has made drama and keen psychological insight in her writing. She does not merely develop themes but creates highly detailed characters which embody those themes.
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