A review by midnightverde
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective 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? No

5.0

I LOVED this book. I was drawn in quickly and fell in love almost instantly with Marcellus and Tova. There was something so real about Tova and how she wanted to work through her grief, literally, by going to work and keeping busy. Grief is different for everyone, and imagining her cleaning an aquarium and befriending an octopus somehow just made sense. Cameron, the mystery of his father, his struggles growing up with his Aunt Jeanne and feeling abandoned by his mother added so much richness to the story as I wondered about his backstory. The way the details are revealed is exquisite and I have already recommended my mom read it—and she’s not into reading, lol, so that’s my highest praise.
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