A review by paperback_whiplash
Redshirts by John Scalzi

adventurous emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

 This book was fun. It's just a giant parody of Star Trek. In my opinion, Scalzi aced the execution of this novel. Full of tropes, but it's not serious and makes fun of itself. The first 2/3’s of the book is this satirical drama of being a crew member upon the spaceship Intrepid. And on the last third, the tone shifts dramatically and alters to a reflective narrative about fate and destiny.