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jaimc's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Animal death
Minor: Cancer, Pregnancy, Suicide attempt, Terminal illness, and Confinement
coffeekitaab's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This book is all heart - I am so pleased I picked this one up too see what all the fuss was about! Other than being on my radar, I went in blind and I am so glad I didn't read blurbs/reviews and the story revealed itself organically with the turn of each page.
Remarkably Bright Creatures includes the most beautiful displays of 'found family' (and finding 'lost' family), of kindness, resilience and the courage to keep going. The story is so beautiful and is equally complimented by the writing which is exquisite. I honestly could not wait to pick this book up after work for the last couple of evenings, a heart touching story which will stay with me - and also has increased my appreciation for octopuses! Highly recommend and a fantastic debut by Shelby Van Pelt (couldn't believe it!) - will definitely pick up the next without hesitation!
Remarkably Bright Creatures includes the most beautiful displays of 'found family' (and finding 'lost' family), of kindness, resilience and the courage to keep going. The story is so beautiful and is equally complimented by the writing which is exquisite. I honestly could not wait to pick this book up after work for the last couple of evenings, a heart touching story which will stay with me - and also has increased my appreciation for octopuses! Highly recommend and a fantastic debut by Shelby Van Pelt (couldn't believe it!) - will definitely pick up the next without hesitation!
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Child death, Suicide attempt, Suicide, and Drug use
isaacbereading's review against another edition
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicide attempt
kdixon2's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
Minor: Suicide attempt
dogoodwithbooks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This book is really exceptional and I don’t think I’ve ever read a book quite like Remarkably Bright Creatures. A mix of coziness and magical realism, this book will grab your heart with Van Pelt’s prose and unique characters. The multi-POV was a bit confusing at first (I didn’t see the whole point for certain characters’ POV), but it ultimately makes sense in the end. Definitely would recommend reading if you’re looking for a heartwarming, found family contemporary featuring a blunt octopus and beautiful prose.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Abandonment, Death, and Cancer
Minor: Addiction, Suicide attempt, and Pregnancy
itsy719's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Abandonment
Minor: Death, Drug abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Pregnancy, Alcohol, Cancer, Sexual content, Addiction, and Suicide attempt
whatthekatdraggedin's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Suicide attempt, Addiction, and Alcohol
tillie__'s review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, Abandonment, and Child death
Moderate: Drug abuse
Minor: Suicide attempt
alli_cat_book_rat's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Remarkably Bright Creatures is cozy and heart-warming, perfect for a winter evening under your favorite blanket, or if you’re looking for your next audiobook to keep you company throughout the day, look no further! It’s safe to say that these characters absolutely charmed me.
I want Tova Sullivan to be my grandmother. She is sweet and stubborn and just so delightfully herself.
I would *exclusively* shop at Ethan Mack’s grocery market, just to interact with him (his character is an underrated favorite!).
Cameron Cassmore is the perfect ‘rough-around-the-edges/tough guy’ character that is processing his childhood trauma and grows so much through the story arc.
I can’t leave out mischievous Marcellus the Giant Pacific Octopus, who is the star of the story! His voice actor so perfectly represented every snarky thought and bored comment that Van Pelt wrote for him.
All in all, this was a really good listening experience!
I want Tova Sullivan to be my grandmother. She is sweet and stubborn and just so delightfully herself.
I would *exclusively* shop at Ethan Mack’s grocery market, just to interact with him (his character is an underrated favorite!).
Cameron Cassmore is the perfect ‘rough-around-the-edges/tough guy’ character that is processing his childhood trauma and grows so much through the story arc.
I can’t leave out mischievous Marcellus the Giant Pacific Octopus, who is the star of the story! His voice actor so perfectly represented every snarky thought and bored comment that Van Pelt wrote for him.
All in all, this was a really good listening experience!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Grief
Minor: Suicide attempt
feebee's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
Minor: Suicide attempt