But reading Kate’s journal, she transforms from this self-absorbed person into someone fighting for her life. In the beginning, none of the characters are very likable. That’s the interesting thing about Devolution. One thing I love about Max Brooks is how well he can pull you into a story and make you want to know more about the characters. Yeah, that devolves fast, pun entirely intended. Throughout Devolution, the reader mostly follows Kate Holland’s journal, which documents her move to the luxe eco-community Greenloop, the onset a volcano eruption at Mount Rainier, and the ensuing chaos and Sasquatch attacks (!!!!). Definitely because there is, haha, but some if it you would only catch on the reread (read: I need to read this book again to fully understand everything going on!).

This is one of those books that makes you feel like there is so much going on outside of the main story. There isn’t as much about human society as a whole, but there is a deep dive into the mind of a 21st century woman, environmentalism, and the concept of creating an eco-community that isn’t actually connected to nature at all.ĭevolution really is more about the people who want to connect with nature, find their basic instincts, without disconnecting from the constant stream of cell phone and internet use. Max Brooks really keeps up what you would expect from him after World War Z. And to go read the book right after because I still need someone to share my opinions with! Without further build up, here are my thoughts! Literally pulled up to B&N before they had even put them on display.Īfter all that build up, hopefully you are ready for this review.

Sooooo, when I found out that Max Brooks had another book coming out this year after a very long break from writing, I had to get it. I will recommend it to everyone for the rest of my life. This review has been a long time coming!! As you may know, I read and reviewed World War Z earlier this year, and it became an IMMEDIATE favorite.

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