Our take
Why choose this book?
The octopus is the unusual invitation; the human need for connection is the reason to accept it. Tova works nights at an aquarium after loss has reshaped her life, and Marcellus notices more than people expect. It is our starting point for readers who like warmth with an element of mystery.
Who it suits
Readers who enjoy unlikely friendships, later-life characters and hopeful stories that acknowledge loss.
Before you choose
Bereavement and a missing child are central to the premise. Warm does not mean free from painful subjects.
