A review by rachaelarsenault
A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective medium-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

I absolutely adored this book from start to finish. Dex and Mosscap's conversations about life, purpose, and personhood were insightful and inspiring. I loved following Dex through their struggle to understand what they wanted out of life. Mosscap was just a weird little delight and I appreciated its sweet but alien perspective on life.

Also, the worldbuilding? Amazing. I loved how thorough this book was about all the little details of sustainable living, from addressing where all the waste goes/how it's recycled to explaining how buildings are made with ecologically friendly materials. Just let me live in this fascinating little world!