A review by silverwings
Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel

mysterious reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I found this book to be an enjoyable read. For each central character, we are given a person with their own motivations and complexities, which build the story well. The plot is never bogged down by the prose; the characters’ inner thoughts are there to illustrate the setting , and the frequent introspections make the characters feel very human. It is a great read for those who enjoy speculative fiction and episodic stories with various POVs.
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