A review by reubenalbatross
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

emotional funny hopeful sad 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? Yes

5.0

My one, singular complaint about this book is that the Scottish/British-isms Van Pelt tries to use feel a little out of place and caricature-ish. No-one says “a spot of tea”, especially not anyone from Scotland. 

But apart from that, what a book! It all felt so REAL as I was reading it, I was totally sucked in. This is some of the best character work I’ve read in a really long time. They’re all such complex, flawed, and endearing characters. 

And, though it isn’t stated whether or not he has it in the book, Cameron might be the closest and most accurate representation of ADHD in a character I’ve ever read – it was really nice to see. 

What a beautifully written and tender book.