A review by kirtreads
To Be Taught, If Fortunate by Becky Chambers

adventurous emotional hopeful reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

This book was not really what I was expecting, but I loved what I got. This was a little more heavy for a Becky Chambers, with the themes being not nearly as feel good and the ending left you with more questions than you had at the beginning of the book. I always love a good examination of "why are we really looking for life on other planets" and the moral implications of what it means to launch someone into space to save the human race. 

If you are looking for another Wayfarers book with some more lighthearted and feel good vibes, this is not the book. The themes that are explored and the direction that she takes it and leaves it are not like the rest of her novels. 

I was not expecting the ending and I really liked
that she took the risky ending of having them float in space instead of just having them stay on a planet. I loved that you do not know what happened to the crew, but I know that a lot of people will not like that.


Really enjoyed this quick little book. Her writing style is always great, so you cannot go wrong with one of her books. 
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