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A review by mariebrunelm
Record of a Spaceborn Few by Becky Chambers
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A scattering of humans in a city-like spaceship confront life, death and everything in between.
I can't find a way to write a blurb for this novel because it’s a slice of life, as simple and as complicated as that. We follow a handful of characters, each one a thread in the vibrant tapestry of the Fleet. Their journeys have ups and downs, but not the traditional three-act structure or hero’s journey. Instead, we get a glimpse into their lives as they grow a little older, maybe a little wiser, a little more themselves. It’s a fabulous novel, like most of what Becky Chambers writes. I say most because I can’t say for certain, not having read everything, but to be honest I'm sure all of it is as heartwarming and comf
orting and deep and light. This is the book to read when you forget that humanity can do better.
I can't find a way to write a blurb for this novel because it’s a slice of life, as simple and as complicated as that. We follow a handful of characters, each one a thread in the vibrant tapestry of the Fleet. Their journeys have ups and downs, but not the traditional three-act structure or hero’s journey. Instead, we get a glimpse into their lives as they grow a little older, maybe a little wiser, a little more themselves. It’s a fabulous novel, like most of what Becky Chambers writes. I say most because I can’t say for certain, not having read everything, but to be honest I'm sure all of it is as heartwarming and comf
orting and deep and light. This is the book to read when you forget that humanity can do better.