A review by flamingho
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This book is was my first of the year. A little late for August, but it was a lovely book to reignite my love of reading. The story was crafted well and I loved the  ongoing theme and different examples of loneliness that exists in our world. I saw the end coming from mid-read and at times was hoping they’d reach the conclusion sooner, but the ride was enjoyable none the less and I wouldn’t trim any of it out. There was couple mysteries left unsolved in my eyes that irked me a bit. That’s why I can’t give this book a perfect score, but this book was truly a joy to digest this week. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death

Minor: Suicide, Animal death, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide attempt

I really wanted to know what happened to Cameron’s mother. At least we know his aunt is coming up to hopefully find her in the future. Also, it was hinted at but not really confirmed how Erik died. All we know is an ominous boom from (what I’m assuming was Cam’s mom that Avery talked down from the pier)