All the Birds in the Sky by Charlie Jane Anders is a hard novel to describe, part fantasy, part sci-fi, part love story, part mystery; sometimes it worked, sometimes it didn't. However, Anders is a truly original voice and one to watch in my opinion.
An ancient society of witches led by the powerful young witch Patricia, who talks to birds and trees, battles a high tech group of scientists led by young brilliant Laurence, who have known each other since they were kids and also happen to be in love. The book is filled with humor and sadness and big ideas about the end of the world. It also addresses the very real challenge of growing up different in a world that doesn't always recognize what is special.
An uneven, yet fascinating and enjoyable read.
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