A review by honeysenchalatte
Roadside Picnic by Arkady Strugatsky, Boris Strugatsky

adventurous funny reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.75

I liked this book. My old roommate considered it a favorite, and lent me his copy when I mentioned that I wanted to get into sci-fi. It took me a little bit to appreciate Roadside Picnic, but since I’ve started the book, I continue to revisit the concepts in it again and again.
I liked how the Strugatskys explore the idea that our most heartfelt desires are different than the wishes we make, and that they can not only be selfish, but also out of our control in intent and affect. Also the idea of a passing “picnic” having a profound affect on the beings in the surrounding area via lingering radiation/ongoing trauma
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