I really enjoyed the story, worldbuilding, and character development of this novel. It is very long and some parts seemed to drag along a bit, but in the end it was worthwhile and I think the slowness added to the overall “atmosphere” of the book.
The plot and characters start out very plain, straightforward, and idealistic - but in a somewhat uneasy “too perfect” way that makes it clear something is amiss. The author does a wonderful job of slowly showing each person’s personality, motivations, and inner desires. The readers are right there with the characters as many of them learn things about themselves, and in a way I’d also say this was a coming of age novel.
The ending ties up the major plot points, while leaving the reader with a lot to think about regarding the fate of everyone in the story and the fate of humanity in the “real life” future.
The plot and characters start out very plain, straightforward, and idealistic - but in a somewhat uneasy “too perfect” way that makes it clear something is amiss. The author does a wonderful job of slowly showing each person’s personality, motivations, and inner desires. The readers are right there with the characters as many of them learn things about themselves, and in a way I’d also say this was a coming of age novel.
The ending ties up the major plot points, while leaving the reader with a lot to think about regarding the fate of everyone in the story and the fate of humanity in the “real life” future.