A thrilling and fun read with some very complicated science at times. I like how this book explores humanity’s ability to be resilient and hopeful. The alien character was very likable. Can’t wait for the movie.

This book was both beautiful and sad, and made me feel very emotional. I loved the story arc spanning decades of friendship, love and a deep passion towards making something. Now I want to read more of Zevin’s books.

I really enjoyed reading this book. I like the story and its similarities to Babel, which I also enjoyed. The central character, Rin arrives to learn in a city where she is different from everyone else. Her transformation and willingness to grow makes for a good story. She is full of grit and dreams. At the same time, she is flawed and deeply vulnerable. While not as crisp as Babel, Poppy War is just as entertaining. I am looking forward to reading through the full series.

A bot that is hired to kill develops emotions for the humans it works for. Fun and entertaining, but will have to read some of the other books to see how I feel about this series.It was a quick, thrilling read but I am not sure I have gotten used to the writing style.

This book is part historical fiction and part fantasy. A girl is granted a wish to be immortal and escape her mundane life in 18th centrury France. However, the wish comes with a pretty tough condition - no one can remember her until one day in 2014, she meets a boy who remembers her. The Invisible Life of Addie Larue is beautifully written and poses some great questions about what is important to us in life. Addie’s story spans three centuries and I loved it every bit!

This was the only non-fiction book I read this year. Sasha Sagan’s memoir focuses less on her personal life and more on profound themes like who we are, our planet, and our relationship with the universe. She highlights how rituals and festivals can bring people together, offering joy and connection even for those who don’t adhere to a specific faith. The book also provides a brief but fascinating introduction to the history of rituals, which I found particularly engaging.