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The Humans

Fiction | Novel | Adult

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Matt Haig

The Humans

Fiction | Novel | Adult
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Humans by Matt Haig follows an extraterrestrial who assumes the identity of a deceased mathematician, Andrew Martin, to erase all traces of his Earth-shattering mathematical discovery. The alien navigates early misunderstandings about human culture but grows to appreciate human love, family, and emotions, creating a conflict with his mission directives. The novel explores themes of identity, love, and what it means to be human. This book contains violence and themes of mental health struggles.

Contemplative

Humorous

Emotional

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.2

161,946 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Matt Haig's The Humans has received praise for its witty and tender exploration of human life through an alien's eyes. Reviewers enjoyed its humor and heartfelt moments but noted that the narrative occasionally felt predictable. Overall, the novel is applauded for its clever insight and emotive storytelling, making it a compelling read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Humans?

Readers who enjoyed The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams or Good Omens by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett will appreciate The Humans by Matt Haig for its witty, poignant exploration of human nature through an alien perspective. It’s perfect for those who relish humor, philosophical musings, and heartwarming tales.

4.2

161,946 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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