Book Review: The Radiant Dark by Alexandra Oliva
This post contains affiliate links, which means that we’ll earn a small commission if you make a purchase through these links. “We are not alone.” 📚 It’s early 1980, and Carol Girard lives in a small Adirondack town with her burgeoning family. Struggling to adjust to life as a new mom, her future seems clear cut until strange flickers appear in the sky: communication from a mysterious planet eleven light-years away that kickstarts a long-term message exchange and tests humankind’s ability to adapt and understand. Who are they, what do they want, and are they friendly or hostile? Spanning five decades, The Radiant Dark follows Carol, her son, Michael, and her daughter, Ro, as they navigate an ever-shifting reality. The novel is primarily rooted in realism, while sci-fi aspects form a fantastic backdrop that both engages with and propels the storyline. The characters are layered and flawed, the narrative a compelling and believable exploration of the fraught and complex nature of human...
