Take a photo of a barcode or cover
4.12 AVERAGE
4.12 AVERAGE
This was an epic story, and I finished it in a day! I haven't done that with a non-audio-book in a while, so it was a refreshing change!
I just couldn't put it down!
When the plane crash happened within the first few pages, I was hesitant. Drowning isn't a super long book (just under 300 pages in the copy I have) and I was still worried that most of it would end up being filler content for the sake of it. But it really wasn't!
From the very first page, I just didn't want to put the book down, and even a few days later, I keep thinking of this book! I loved TJ Newman's inclusion of family dynamics into a stressful situation, and it was such a realistic portrayal of parent-child relationships.
I also loved the rescue mission. Everything felt believable. The end was kind of predictable, (slight) but even without that, it was a brilliant story to follow!
It was great to see the variety of people left on board the plane - some older people, some children, some parents, some flight staff. It was great, and TJ Newman was able to make each person's reactions feel super believable.
I loved this book, and it's safe to say it's likely to end up on my list of favourites for the year!
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an advance copy of the ebook! I've already ordered myself a physical copy for my collection!
I just couldn't put it down!
When the plane crash happened within the first few pages, I was hesitant. Drowning isn't a super long book (just under 300 pages in the copy I have) and I was still worried that most of it would end up being filler content for the sake of it. But it really wasn't!
From the very first page, I just didn't want to put the book down, and even a few days later, I keep thinking of this book! I loved TJ Newman's inclusion of family dynamics into a stressful situation, and it was such a realistic portrayal of parent-child relationships.
I also loved the rescue mission. Everything felt believable. The end was kind of predictable, (slight)
Spoiler
in that early on you know which plan is going to be successful,Spoiler
I knew, very early on, that Chris' plan was the one that would end up working, but each hurdle she had to jump over just made her plans even more risky and with a higher chance of failure.It was great to see the variety of people left on board the plane - some older people, some children, some parents, some flight staff. It was great, and TJ Newman was able to make each person's reactions feel super believable.
I loved this book, and it's safe to say it's likely to end up on my list of favourites for the year!
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an advance copy of the ebook! I've already ordered myself a physical copy for my collection!
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I could not put down Drowning by T.J. Newman. From the very first page, it had me hooked.
The story begins with a passenger plane taking off from Hawaii, only to crash into the ocean moments later. While many passengers escape before the plane sinks, a handful are trapped inside. Their survival depends on a stroke of luck: the plane lands on a reef deep in the ocean, avoiding the abyss and trapping just enough air to keep the survivors alive. Once word reaches the surface that people are still alive inside, it becomes a gripping race against time to save them. Think Apollo 13—but underwater.
The book masterfully balances action, ingenuity, and heartfelt humanity. I grew attached to the characters, celebrating their victories and mourning their losses.
That said, I’m giving this book 4.75 stars instead of 5 due to one element near the end. Spoilers ahead! Among the passengers are a man and his daughter, while his ex-wife leads the rescue mission. During the climactic rescue, the ex-wife makes a critical mistake, emerging unconscious at the surface. Readers are led to believe she’s died—only to learn in a one-year-later flash-forward that she survived. While I was relieved she lived, I felt manipulated by the fake-out.
Despite this minor gripe, Drowning is an unforgettable, edge-of-your-seat thriller. Highly recommend!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Grief, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Blood, Fire/Fire injury
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Wow, Wow, Wow.
I read this book in one sitting, edge of your seat tension.
Pretty sure I will not fly for a long time after reading this.
A terrifying situation to be in and I would like to think I would be one of the stronger people and be helpful to others, but would more likely be one of the weakest members and go completely to pieces.
Such an emotional read and you can't help but become invested with the characters and the rescue attempt.
I read this book in one sitting, edge of your seat tension.
Pretty sure I will not fly for a long time after reading this.
A terrifying situation to be in and I would like to think I would be one of the stronger people and be helpful to others, but would more likely be one of the weakest members and go completely to pieces.
Such an emotional read and you can't help but become invested with the characters and the rescue attempt.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Blood
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
T.J Newnam has done it again! Amazing story with nonstop action and heart-gripping drama. I love these characters, and she did a great job building and keeping suspense. It makes me appreciate pilots and flight attendants even more!
sad
fast-paced
SO GOOD. Intense, exciting, suspenseful, I couldn’t put out down! Some of the technical airline and military terms were a little confusing but I kind of skimmed over those parts and was able to get the main idea of what was going on. I say this about a lot of books I read - this would make a great movie!
“The life of a child is about firsts. The life of a parent is about lasts.”
WOW, just wow. I can’t believe someone actually wrote this. It’s so good!
WOW, just wow. I can’t believe someone actually wrote this. It’s so good!