Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

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First Impressions

What were your initial thoughts when you started reading "Remarkably Bright Creatures"? Did the book meet your expectations or surprise you?

Unresolved Questions

Were there any plot points or character arcs that you felt were left unresolved or could have been explored further?

Alternate Ending

If you could change one thing about the ending of "Remarkably Bright Creatures" what would it be and why?

Adaptation Dreams

If "Remarkably Bright Creatures" were to be adapted into a movie or TV series, who would you cast in the main roles?

Multiple POVs

The story alternates between Tova, Cameron, and Marcellus. Which point of view did you enjoy the most, and why? Did any perspective feel slower or less engaging?

Marcellus as a Character

Marcellus is an octopus, yet he often feels like the most perceptive character in the book. What did his perspective add to the story that a human narrator couldn’t? Did you ever forget he wasn’t human? Did he need to be an octopus for this story?

Routines for Comfort

Tova finds comfort in routine as a way to manage grief. Are there areas in your life where routine has become a shield rather than a support? What might it look like to gently disrupt that routine?

Marcellus’s Verdict

If Marcellus were observing this book club, what would he say about humans, drink choices, and discussion habits?