Shadows of Memory

My Grandma loved it. If that doesn't sell you on this book, I don't know what will.

Shadows of Memory was such a delight to read.

I've started calling it “cozy sci-fi” because while it has science-fiction elements, it's more of a cozy romance within the realm of science fiction. Holly and Oliver are charming and loveable characters with complex emotional backgrounds. At first, I wasn't sure if I'd like Oliver, but the reasons for his actions were explained fairly early on, so he quickly had me rooting for him.

The story is easy to follow and moves quickly. I binged the majority of it in one sitting, so it's great for fast readers. This doesn't mean the story is without depth, though. Holly and Oliver both deal with grief and complicated ethics that come with technological advancements. Overall, Shadows of Memory surprised me with how simple, yet complex, it is and how cozy its vibes are.

I recommend it to readers looking for a sweet romance story set in a science fiction world with some emotional depth and creepy bad guys.

Content: Romance vibes and cute dates (no on-page romance, no descriptive kissing). Heavy themes of loss and grief. No cursing.