# Review: Emily St. John Mandel’s Exit Party falls short of her best

New Scientist reviews Emily St. John Mandel’s novel Exit Party and concludes it is not her strongest book. The review offers guidance for readers and fans deciding whether to read it.

**Importance:** 2/5

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### Science
- [New Scientist](https://www.newscientist.com/article/2595814-our-verdict-on-exit-party-by-emily-st-john-mandel-not-her-best-book/?utm_campaign=RSS|NSNS&utm_content=home&utm_medium=RSS&utm_source=NSNS) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000