A review by ndbell80
The Calculating Stars by Mary Robinette Kowal

inspiring 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? Yes

4.25

I really enjoyed this book, and I see why it won a Hugo and a Nebula. I think the whole premise was really interesting. I felt bought in from the first page. I really liked Elma and Nathaniel and all the characters. I think they felt really real. I loved the way that Nathaniel supported his wife and the way that he never expected to get an award for it. The casual sexism was hard, but I really enjoyed the whole ride and found the book really hard to put down!