Sometimes I just want to read a fairytale for adults.

Sometimes I want to read about a lonely widow who misses her husband and mysteriously dead son. Who passes her nights cleaning the local aquarium and befriending the clever octopus. Who has a budding romance with the local grocery store owner. Who does her daily crossword and catches up if she falls behind.

Sometimes I want to read about the thirty year old guy who doesn't fit in with society. Who buys a dilapidated camper van on his way to find his bio dad. Who romances the local paddle board store owner. Who is mildly terrified of the octopus.

And always, and I mean always, do I want to read about a smart octopus that's gonna change everyone's lives forever. Saccharine? Of course. Lovely? Yes.

I really enjoyed the journey of this novel, that I'm sure will make for a great indie film someday (soon, I hope). Recommended if you're in a feel-good mood, don't mind a predictable plot, and are looking for some found family vibes.

More thoughts here: https://youtu.be/Wj9tTFqo-BM