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I loved this book!!! I would not have picked it up off the shelf but my heart is full after finishing it. Once I made it to the second half, I could barely put it down!!
4.5⭐️
I think I’m in love with an octopus 🐙. This is an actual thought I had while reading this beautiful debut novel by Shelby Van Pelt.
Remarkably Bright Creatures follows an elderly janitor, her young replacement, and a great Pacific octopus. All three characters are unique, but also incredibly believable. Van Pelt has a gift for describing ordinary people and circumstances in a way that is compelling and feels as though you are witnessing the events yourself. Her ability to capture you with t ...more
I think I’m in love with an octopus 🐙. This is an actual thought I had while reading this beautiful debut novel by Shelby Van Pelt.
Remarkably Bright Creatures follows an elderly janitor, her young replacement, and a great Pacific octopus. All three characters are unique, but also incredibly believable. Van Pelt has a gift for describing ordinary people and circumstances in a way that is compelling and feels as though you are witnessing the events yourself. Her ability to capture you with t ...more
The story was so wholesome and I really enjoyed it, the only reason I gave 4 stars was because it moved a little slower than I wanted!
Definitely a heartfelt read. I could have done without the whiny man child. He really was hard to enjoy as a main character.
Dec 29, 2022
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