(⅘ Stars)
„The Humans follows an extraterrestrial being sent to Earth to stop humanity from advancing technologically after mathematician Andrew Martin solves the Riemann Hypothesis. The alien takes on Martin’s identity and is forced to navigate human life — language, social norms, emotions, relationships — all while struggling with the moral implications of its mission.“
This book was such a vibe. It’s genuinely funny — to the point where I’d almost warn people not to read it in public, because I definitely laughed out loud a few times. While the book is by no means perfect, and there were moments where the explanations of certain “human things” felt a bit too on-the-nose or repetitive, it was still incredibly entertaining overall.
I had a really good time reading this. The writing style is very simple and accessible, nothing complicated or heavy, which makes it an easy and enjoyable read. Because of that, I can easily imagine The Humans being a perfect palate cleanser for many readers — especially between heavier or more emotionally demanding books.
Funny, thoughtful, and surprisingly warm, this is a book that doesn’t try to be overly complex, but still manages to say something meaningful about what it actually means to be human.
