Rishi’s relationship with her mother and how it evolves over the course of the novel was one of the most moving parts of the book ... Another impressive feat of Unprecedented Times: Kannan’s ability to manage so many characters while developing them all sufficiently to feel vivid and real ... The ending has lingered in my mind long after the final page. Her story is compelling because of her contradictions and how we watch them play out over the course of the novel.
his story grapples with some of the most difficult topics of our time, including the pandemic, sexual assault, climate change, the futility of trying to make a difference, and how to make meaning at the end of the world. Rishi is a relatable narrator, letting the reader in on both her most vulnerable thoughts and most biting social commentary. A sparkling work of fiction, this story feels like pages ripped straight from your funniest friend’s diary.
