📖 peek insideRemarkably Bright Creatures
by Shelby Van Pelt
Tova Sullivan works the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, finding solace in her work after the disappearance of her son thirty years ago. She forms an unlikely bond with Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus who knows more than he lets on. As Marcellus uses his remarkable intelligence to help Tova uncover the truth about her past, this poignant debut explores grief, aging, and the interconnectedness of all living things. It is a gentle, heartwarming story about finding hope and community in unexpected places.
Widely read around the world. Estimated 7 million readers.
Notable Quotes
"Humans. For the most part, you are dull and blundering. But occasionally, you can be remarkably bright creatures."
"Why can humans not use their millions of words to simply tell one another what they desire?"
"Secrets are everywhere. Some humans are crammed full of them. How do they not explode? It seems to be a hallmark of the human species: abysmal communication skills."
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