What is the word I could use that describes something as beautiful and terrifying all at once? 
 I find it odd to use the word "enjoyed" after finishing this book. What I will say though is I've enjoyed being a discussion leader for this book in my Goodreads Community. Did I enjoy reading it though? Not at all. I recommend many people walking away from this book for a moment if it is needed. Please by all means read a comedy in between, pet a cat, eat chocolate, remember a joke, ANYTHING while reading this. 
 Atwood is subtle with harsh descriptions, meaning, representation, purpose, and outlooks. It definitely made me think and put a fire under my butt on how speculative fiction is created. 
 Putting my 3 star rating aside, I think whoever has or will read this should keep an open mind on the potential opinion of this book. And I won't say "You have to read this!" I encourage people to do so, if only they'd like to. I put it at "3 stars" for my own reasons, so please do not let it sway your decision.