This is a lovely, character-driven novel set in a post-apocalyptic world. Tender and emotional, with an array of diverse characters. This book touches on a number of deep topics: gender identity, Indigenous culture, and the corrupting influence of power and greed. It also addresses the burden of being a caregiver—the pressure, the burnout, and the desire to take a break and do nothing (even when it is an impossible wish).

Solid writing with a good overarching message about the dangers of fossil fuels. There are valuable lessons in this book about making hard choices and about how our hedonistic desires can sometimes cloud our judgment. There are definitely good life lessons and messages in this book.

Let me first say that I love Diana Wynne Jones. Howl's Moving Castle is one of my all-time favorite books. The magic and whimsy is utterly enchanting. This book, while beautifully written, is a very different book.

This is a great book. Not only is it a beautiful story, but there is a lot of intelligent subtext. Environmentally conscious. Anti-corporation. Socially aware—with a broad spectrum of character diversity. There are even some great mini lessons on government and economy—just little pops of information so well blended into the story that you hardly notice they are there.

Amazing. Powerful. Socially aware and vitally important. This book is a must read.

Clever and cute. The silliness was a bit over the top at times, but I think that younger middle grade readers would probably dig it.

Exemplary writing. Everything is very well-composed and plotted. And there are a lot of vivid details that help paint a rich picture of the environment and events as the story unfolds.