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Sea of Tranquility
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Sea of Tranquility will transport the reader throughout time.
Emily St. John Mandel’s latest release loosely connects to her previous books Station Eleven and The Glass Hotel.
This story follows several characters in the past, present, and future. It begins in 1912 when Edwin St. Andrew, exiled from his family for his views on colonialism, experiences something so inexplicable he believes he imagined it.
About a century later, Mirella wants to reconnect with her old friend Vincent and learn more about her possible knowledge of a Ponzi scheme that left many in financial ruin.
In 2203, the story follows a well-known author who previously wrote a dystopian book about a pandemic. A book that is gaining popularity again since the population is currently in the clutches of a real pandemic. Sound familiar?
Two centuries later, Gaspery is bored working as a Hotel Detective and thus takes on a riskier but more enlightening job.
A singular moment ties all of these characters together in a way that is difficult for them to comprehend.
It sounds complicated, but Mandel’s writing is so clear and crisp that it’s relatively easy to keep all the timelines and characters in order.
Even though this has ties to her two previous books, they can all be read as standalones. I’ve read The Glass Hotel but haven’t got around to Station Eleven yet.
In some ways, this book reminded me of Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr. They both cover a broad timeline.
This novel has themes of death, illness, loneliness, and hope for humanity.
This is a relatively short novel, but it leaves a huge impact.
Thank you to HarperCollins Canada for providing an arc via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Emily St. John Mandel’s latest release loosely connects to her previous books Station Eleven and The Glass Hotel.
This story follows several characters in the past, present, and future. It begins in 1912 when Edwin St. Andrew, exiled from his family for his views on colonialism, experiences something so inexplicable he believes he imagined it.
About a century later, Mirella wants to reconnect with her old friend Vincent and learn more about her possible knowledge of a Ponzi scheme that left many in financial ruin.
In 2203, the story follows a well-known author who previously wrote a dystopian book about a pandemic. A book that is gaining popularity again since the population is currently in the clutches of a real pandemic. Sound familiar?
Two centuries later, Gaspery is bored working as a Hotel Detective and thus takes on a riskier but more enlightening job.
A singular moment ties all of these characters together in a way that is difficult for them to comprehend.
It sounds complicated, but Mandel’s writing is so clear and crisp that it’s relatively easy to keep all the timelines and characters in order.
Even though this has ties to her two previous books, they can all be read as standalones. I’ve read The Glass Hotel but haven’t got around to Station Eleven yet.
In some ways, this book reminded me of Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr. They both cover a broad timeline.
This novel has themes of death, illness, loneliness, and hope for humanity.
This is a relatively short novel, but it leaves a huge impact.
Thank you to HarperCollins Canada for providing an arc via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
https://booksandwheels.com
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November 27, 2021
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November 27, 2021
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March 26, 2022
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March 30, 2022
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Mar 30, 2022 10:06AM
Terrific review, Jasmine! Glad you enjoyed it
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Thanks for your review Jasmine. I've wondered about this one. I have enjoyed her previous works, so your high rating gives me confidence that I'll enjoy this one!
Yep, sounds all too familiar! Great review, Jasmine! 💕 Never got down to reading this author. I actually tried starting Station Eleven but just couldn't get into it. Bad timing. Would you say I should stick to that one before trying moving on to this?
I have read Station Eleven but not the Glass Hotel. I do want to give this one a try. Fantastic review!
Nice review, Jasmine! I've been meaning to read this author but I will probably begin with 'Station Eleven' and then go to this one. :)
Great review, Jasmine! I'm glad you enjoyed this! I've had my eye on it, but then you say it reminds you of CCL, which was one of my most hated books of last year haha. So maybe I shouldn't read this one. :)
Thanks, Chrissie! My brain says to start there, but honestly I didn’t know they were all connected until I read this one, so whatever floats your boat is my final answer. 😅
I agree, Jasmine! St. John Mandel's writing is so clear and crisp that it makes it easy to follow such an intricate storyline. A fantastic review! :)
Fantastic review, Jasmine! This sounds interesting. I am glad to see that it can be read as a standalone, since I still haven't gotten around to reading anything by this author (but I want to)!