May 2026 Book Club Pick

Member Recommendation: Remarkably Bright Creatures
by Shelby Van Pelt

Genre: Contemporary / Literary Fiction 

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt is a popular debut novel about loneliness, family, and connection, told from multiple perspectives, including a grieving widow, Tova, and a highly intelligent giant Pacific octopus named Marcellus at the Sowell Bay Aquarium. The story follows Tova's routine cleaning job and her unlikely bond with Marcellus, who helps her unravel a mystery about her past, while also connecting with a young man searching for his purpose. It's a heartwarming, character-driven story praised for its emotional depth, humor, and unique narrative voice.

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