Remarkably Bright Creatures: A Novel

Loved this book. It was such an odd experience hearing about my hometown being described in a current book I’m reading. I had no idea that Modesto would be featured in it when I chose to read it. I just loved all the characters in this book. It was so cleverly written with part of being told from Marcellus’s point of view. I will never look at an octopus the same way again.

wanted to DNF, but it was my bookclub pick. I cannot understand the reviews this book is getting. The book is full of weak characters, frought with AGEISM, misogny and stupidity. Far too predictable, this story was painful to read. I had to double check that the author wasn't 12 years old because of the pathetic descriptions used for anyone older than 20. ..I am disgusted. The only enjoyable and relatable character was the Octopus, of which we didn't get enough time with.

Great book that left me with a huge smile at the end! Looking forward to what Van Pelt has in store for us next!

Interesting

As an audiobook it was fun, but as a story, the characters were flat and predictable.