Pearl's Reviews > Awake in the Floating City

The setting of this story is so unique. I knew I had to read this.

Perpetual rainfall has flooded future San Francisco. Many have fled north but the inhabitants that remain, have adapted to the torrent downpour and the elevated water levels that have deemed land a thing of the past. Habitation has been reserved for the higher levels of apartment buildings, with all commerce happening on the roof of these structures, connecting each together by series of bridges.

This novel explores the relationship between Mia and her caregiver, Bo. At times, the pacing was slow but I understand the author’s decision. It was nice to subtly see the two women grow into each other. The relationship between the two characters matures to a touching conclusion.

I understand Bo’s regret after the loss of her mother and her desire to record Mia’s history. I wish I could sit with my late father and transcribe his life from his own words. I utterly yearn for that. I understand being drained creatively and also the grief of losing a parent.

“I guess,” she began slowly, “I guess I’ve been missing my mother.” “Hmm.” Mia sounded skeptical. But then after a minute she said, “You wanted her for longer.” “Yes,” Bo said, and time crowded her. “But you get the time you get.”

Thank you, NetGalley, for this eARC in exchange for an honest review.