Who would have known Robin Brande's first novel could be so incredibly intriguing? Evolution, Me, and Other Freaks of Nature is so astounding that it will blow you away. On a scale from 1-10 (1 being the lowest rating, 10 being the highest), I would most definitely give the book a 9 because of the great style of writing, deep plot, and a sense of realness the story offered. Robin Brande captured a profound sense of what it would be like to be a teenager in a world where you must stand up for what you believe is right.
The story starts out with likable character Mena Reece, who is hated by her parents, church group, and everyone else who knows what she did. In her heart, she knows what she did was the right thing, but it is hard to keep that in mind when everyone but your super-cool (and kind of cute) lab partner is disgusted with you. Then Meena's science teacher starts the unit on evolution... and that's when Meena has to find her true self, acknowledge her beliefs of religion and Darwin, and stand up for what she knows is right. Trying to juggle too many balls is a struggle- especially when your name is Meena Reece.
Evolution, Me, and Other Freaks of Nature is superb. It would be a great weekend read that will leave you with a lot to ponder. Robin Brande's writing style is easy to like and flows exceptionally well; I can't wait to read another one of her novels if they are available. As for suggestions, I have none. This book was terrific. Period.
Note: If you are sensitive about creationism, please know you might want to consider reading a different book; the author tries to tread delicately on the controversy between God and a science evolution.
3 comments:
You're a GREAT writer! You described it so well that it sounds really interesting! Also a nine is pretty high! Sounds like a new book to put on my "want to read list"! Over and out!
This sounds like such a great book! I will have to read it! Does it do the "thing" to you? Good review!
Sounds like a really cool book! GREAT description!!
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