A review by opal360
The Soul of an Octopus: A Surprising Exploration Into the Wonder of Consciousness by Sy Montgomery

informative lighthearted medium-paced

3.5

This was a light, easy read about someone spending time behind the scenes at a busy aquarium in New England. Octopuses are one of many species represented there, so she covers not only the octopuses but other types of marine life, as well as the personal stories of the staff and volunteers at the aquarium. A pleasant read overall but does not really live up to its billing, in case you are expecting a monograph on octopuses and consciousness…