512 pages
Published Nov. 11, 2019
Content warning Review of the ending
The ending left a lot to be desired but I suppose there’s no way to end a plot that has such high aims.
This is a wonderful exploration of relationships between individuals, groups, trees, forests, technology, and the world. It is broad and sweeping and challenges the reader to think in new ways.
It goes on and on and doesn't wrap things up in a tight ending, sort of like trees and forests. That is its strength and also it's weakness.
I loved this book, but was simultaneously disappointed at the lack of acknowledgement for Native knowledge on the themes of the book.
Best book I’ve read in years. Read it. You won’t regret it.
Warning: like all Richard Powers novels, it’s not light reading. Read it when you have time to savor it and concentrate.
