A review by bex_knighthunterbooks
A Psalm for the Wild-Built, by Becky Chambers

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective relaxing slow-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

Just incredible - a new favourite. This is a low-stakes, slow-paced character-driven novella that absolutely captured my heart. I loved literally everything about it from the solar-punk worldbuilding that explores a sustainable future, the way all the characters care for each other, and the soul-soothing messages at its heart. I enjoyed the sense of history and culture on the lush beautiful moon, and was intrigued to learn more about the mysterious robots. I loved the travelling, non-binary representation, tea ceremonies, and the conversations between the monk and the robot most of all. There were soft touching moments, but also light-hearted silly moments. The ending felt so satisfying and pulled it all together in a lovely way - I can't wait for the next story to see what these characters get up to next!
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