A Psalm for the Wild-Built

I don't plan to tell write about plot details, but about my takeaway from the book. This can often be done without spoilers. An exception for this story is necessary due to the evolution of Dex, our main protagonist. 

Chambers has a writing style that has a natural flow that is a pleasure to read and lends itself well to audiobooks. Listening to her stories feels like being in a room with a natural storyteller who is relating something that they've experienced for themselves. 

That being said, it is sometimes a bit too comfortable. I can find my mind wandering as I'm listening and find I've missed some important bits. Perhaps reading the text would be a better experience in this case. 

Chambers paints the portrait of the characters that grows and develops organically to bring the reader to the point of the story. A person does not have to have a mandated purpose for their life. We can be most satisfied and at peace when we find ways to enjoy life without putting pressure on ourselves to accomplish something great or find a way to become an outstanding person in a particular field who will be remembered through the annals of time for our greatness. This is a lesson that I need to be reminded of regularly. 

The reason I went with three stars instead of four boils down to the middle of the book where I found my mind wandering in the story. I have a thought to revisit this one some time and read the text rather than listen. I think the point will shine all the brighter when I see the contrast of the life lived in this story.