Experience a compelling story that links the past with the present and reveals the power of intersecting fates.

Kindred is a novel that takes you on an unexpected journey through time, connecting the lives of two completely different people - Dana, a writer from 1976, and Rufus, a slave from 1815. When Dana saves Rufus’s life on a Maryland plantation, neither of them realizes how deep and complicated the bonds that tie them will become. Each time Rufus’s life is threatened, Dana is pulled back into the past, where she must confront the dangers and hardships of slavery.

This story is not only suspenseful and emotional, but also raises powerful questions about freedom, identity, and human relationships that transcend time. Kindred by Octavia E. Butler is considered a groundbreaking work that blends historical fiction with elements of science fiction while offering a profound exploration of human courage and survival. A book that will be loved by readers seeking a powerful tale full of contrasts and moral dilemmas.

Why choose this book?

Kindred will captivate you not only with its original premise but also with its realistic portrayal of characters and period detail. Prepare for mounting tension with each of Dana’s returns to the past and for an unforgettable literary experience that will broaden your perspective on both history and the present.

Benefits of this book

• Unique genre fusion: History, sci-fi and psychological fiction in one.
• Strong and complex characters: Experience their emotions, fears and courage.
• Compelling theme of slavery and freedom: Provokes deeper awareness and reflection.
• Inventive and original story: This book will keep you turning the pages.
• Critically acclaimed work: One of the author Octavia E. Butler’s most significant works.

General product details

• Title: Kindred
• Author: Octavia E. Butler
• Genre: Historical fiction, sci-fi
• Language: English (original language)
• Edition: Available in print or electronic format (depending on the e-shop offer)