Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

Format & Condition: Paperback, movie tie-in edition, Like New
Genre: Contemporary Fiction; Literary Fiction

While cleaning a small-town aquarium, widow Tova Sullivan forms an unlikely bond with Marcellus, a remarkably observant giant Pacific octopus. As their friendship grows, his unusual perspective may help illuminate the disappearance of her son decades earlier, bringing unexpected connections and the possibility of a new beginning.

A New York Times bestseller and Read With Jenna selection, this edition features the Netflix adaptation cover and a new essay by Shelby Van Pelt. I recommend it for readers who want warmth without sacrificing emotional depth, an unforgettable animal narrator, and a hopeful story about finding companionship after loss.