A review by chicpilot
The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell

4.0

I'm still digesting this one. If you liked The Martian (space/frontiers) but want more character development and internal struggle, then this book is for you. Plus first contact with aliens. It has a heavy dose of philosophy and struggling with belief, here specifically wrestling with God in the face of horrible personal experiences. I think world views of all types will enjoy this novel as it does a nice job balancing the religious bits (Catholicism and Judaism) and the science bits. I really wish more people acted like the main characters. They do not always agree with each other but they respect and love each other all the same. It would be a good option for a book club for the discussion possibilities.