A review by maryannjohanson
The Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson

challenging hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

As with many of Robinson's other books, he manages to be optimistic about humanity's near future (without being anywhere near pollyannaish) while also confronting head-on the enormous challenges we face. I think of his work as best-case-scenario for us: the next couple centuries are not gonna be easy, but we do have paths forward that can lead to a brighter future than can often seem possible now. Love his work, glad I still have more of his books to read!