Why Fish Don’t Exist – A Story of Loss, Love, and the Hidden Order of Life By: Lulu Miller

– Genre: Memoir, Biography, Science
– Plot: Lulu’s journey exploring David Starr Jordan’s life and legacy
– Main Characters: Lulu Miller, David Starr Jordan
– Themes: Loss, love, chaos, and the search for order
– Style: Seductive, remarkable, and introspective
– Setting: Past and present, science and nature
– Tension: Jordan’s obsessive pursuit of order vs. life’s chaos
– Plot focus: Lulu’s exploration of Jordan’s life and her own
– Characters: Complex, nuanced, and relatable
– Mood: Dark, introspective, and thought-provoking
– Pace: Reflective, with a focus on ideas and emotions
– Key elements: Science, history, and personal memoir
– Author: Lulu Miller, Radiolab cohost
– Target audience: Fans of memoir, science, and history
– Similar authors: Like authors of creative nonfiction and science writing
– Unique aspect: Blends biography, memoir, and science
– Appeal: For fans of introspective, thought-provoking reads
– Key twist: Jordan’s story mirrors Lulu’s life
– Overall: A haunting exploration of loss and love
– Recommendation: For fans of Lulu Miller and creative nonfiction
– Setting vibe: Intellectual, with a focus on the natural world
– Focus: Lulu’s journey and Jordan’s legacy
– Praise: “Remarkable”, “seductive”, “dark and astonishing”
– Comparisons: Like other creative nonfiction and science writing
– Tone: Introspective, thoughtful, and haunting.