sophronisba 's review for:

Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel

4.5

challenging emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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I found this novel, a high-concept cartwheel through history, completely captivating. And even a bit hopeful. If, as Nicholson Baker says, every novel is answer to the question, "Is life worth living?" Mandel's answer is a resounding yes.