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emotional
reflective
fast-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
What a beautiful book. I loved Carey's perspective. I just finished it and am still crying.
Update: Now that the book has sunk in, I have more to say. It's very rare to read a science fiction book that centres people who live in care homes. This book gave me a lot to think about when it comes to the way such people are pushed to the margins of society. The joy Carey and his friends share is something truly special.
While a few parts of the book found my attention less engaged, the book keeps you on your toes with its time skips. I would have liked a little more scientific interest in Carey beyond MCA to be shown, and perhaps more interactions between Carey and other androids. I also can't decide if the ending is tragic or completely fitting or both.
This is a wonderful exploration of a sci fi concept I had never considered before. The book was moving and has really stuck with me since finishing it. I highly recommend this to any sci-fi fan looking for a high concept explored with lots of heart.
Update: Now that the book has sunk in, I have more to say. It's very rare to read a science fiction book that centres people who live in care homes. This book gave me a lot to think about when it comes to the way such people are pushed to the margins of society. The joy Carey and his friends share is something truly special.
While a few parts of the book found my attention less engaged, the book keeps you on your toes with its time skips. I would have liked a little more scientific interest in Carey beyond MCA to be shown, and perhaps more interactions between Carey and other androids. I also can't decide if the ending is tragic or completely fitting or both.
This is a wonderful exploration of a sci fi concept I had never considered before. The book was moving and has really stuck with me since finishing it. I highly recommend this to any sci-fi fan looking for a high concept explored with lots of heart.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness, Medical content, and Dementia
Moderate: Death of parent, Grief, Car accident, Death, Excrement, Fire/Fire injury, and Terminal illness
Minor: Cancer and Child abuse
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