A review by grace_p
Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

dark mysterious reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I never really understood nor truly appreciated the common phrase “don’t take life for granted” until I read Station Eleven. The intricate backstories behind each character’s regrets, joys, disappointments, and comforts in both their old and new world really exemplify why we should live life to its fullest. The characters were given just enough detail to pull you in and empathize, and I am impressed at how the author managed to intricately weave the plot around seemingly unrelated characters. The entire book made me think about the butterfly effect; one small action can determine a million of other actions. 
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