Reviews

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

alyaudiobook's review against another edition

2.0

I thought this book would be about an octopus. It's actually a dull narration about the life of a mediocre man-child.

I feel like the author wrote Cameron as an 18 year old, and then change his age to 30 later without editing. His adult boss calls him "kiddo". Cameron's internal dialogue about women is cringe-inducing. He blunders his way into a job, but still somehow thinks he deserves a manager position? 

Also, Avery, girl, have some self-respect and don't give your phone number to dirty men who smell like piss....

mhsenglish's review against another edition

emotional inspiring lighthearted 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? Yes

3.5

aimeerk's review against another edition

emotional slow-paced

3.5

This book was slow for me. I think it would’ve been easier to relate to if you are older and your children are grown, nearing retirement. 

ldog's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.25

fanniebee's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted

4.0

astrouboulis's review against another edition

emotional hopeful reflective medium-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

4.5

nicolenoons's review against another edition

5.0

4.5, Favorite read of 2024 so far! I get the hype!! I <3 Marcellus

pro-tip: Listen to the audiobook

ashbashstrong's review against another edition

hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

bcunha's review against another edition

adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing sad medium-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? Yes

4.25

cristysl's review against another edition

adventurous emotional hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5