Doro and Anyanwu weave a compelling history of bloodshed, violence, slavery, incest, abuse, compassion, hatred, and love into a mythology that will stand the test of time. She has a very nurturing personality who only wants to heal and protect other humans from harm. Anyanwu is a shape shifter with many unique abilities of her own like super strength, and the power of healing others through her bite. He fears no one and seeks to create a race of humans with unique abilities similar to himself. This story ties various complex themes together within the backdrop of slavery.ĭoro is an ancient spirit with the unique ability to possess human beings, devouring their soul and taking over their body for his own needs. These two beings build a relationship that spans multiple centuries and inhabits the whole spectrum of human emotions. Wild Seed involves two immortal beings originating from Africa with unique powers. It sets up the mythos behind two main characters that has a major influence through the rest of the series. Butler is the first novel in the Patternist series. Butler, reviewed by Fulco Library staff, Rishi J. Looking for your next read? Check out Book Review: Wild Seed by Octavia E.
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