But no, we never hear much about what she has been through, or how the Seep changed her life. On top of that, I did not care about anyone in this book because no one has any depth, not even the main character Trina, even though as a Native American, Jewish trans woman she should definitely have had a life story worth telling. I’m not sure whether this happened due to laziness or disinterest, or simply because the author believes that there doesn’t have to be any logic to the scenario if aliens are at the root of it. The worldbuilding, for instance, is inadequate because everything is explained either only in passing or without any background to make it believable or understandable in any way.
The premise is so unconventional that the potential to develop an engaging and thought-provoking story is a given, but somehow it was utterly wasted on this dud. Over time, the whole world is changed by this process or entity called the Seep which ultimately leads to a utopia where everyone can do or have whatever they want.
Aliens have invaded Earth through some kind of additive to the water which induces a blissful haze in people, and can be used to cure illnesses, modify bodies, or even alter a person’s age.
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