The message of the book is deceptively simple. It provides in-depth education to the reader without making it obvious. The simple language, the wit and ordinariness of the characters make this book an interesting and compelling read. Furthermore, since it is garbed in fiction, it slowly draws the reader in, painting pictures that are at once familiar and relatable. It is excellent in that it lacks the drudgery of most scientific texts because the author prioritizes communication, discarding obfuscation and highfalutin words. The layout of the book is superb, with each chapter beginning with a painting which somehow ties into the narrative for that chapter, adding an aesthetic appeal to the book.