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Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
4.5
emotional hopeful lighthearted 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
It's the wonderful characters that make this story. The conclusion actually stared me in the face from about half way through, but it didn't stop me desperately wishing they'd get there - and occasionally yelling at Tova or Cameron in my head...

I love the way all the stories interweave, especially when they start so disparate. And some tiny, seemingly throwaway connections keep adding more layers and more beauty. But of course, Marcellus steals the show. Even in the chapters that don't involve him, his presence is everywhere and the book is better for it.

Such a lovely story, so full of heart. Three of them, in Marcellus's case. But I had one complaint; it just needed more octopus!
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