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3.78 AVERAGE
3.78 AVERAGE
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
It was fine, but just SOOOOO SLOOOOOOW. When it first started, I really enjoyed it and thought it would be 3.5-4 stars. As it went on, it dropped more to 3 for most of the book. But sometime after the halfway point I realized it was a two-star read for me. It was okay, but I found myself looking forward to being done with it. Definitely has strong fairy tale vibes, which I usually like. And Talia and Wen were sweet together. But overall the pace really kept me from enjoying it enough.
Sixteen-year-old Talia has been raised in the luxury of the Emperor's court in the kingdom of Eddenar. But when her rival seizes power, Talia and her mother are exiled to the distant sea-side estate of Ruen-Dahr. On the voyage across the Northern Sea, Talia can hear something calling to her from beneath the waves. When she arrives at Ruen-Dahr, the baron's son Wendarion claims to hear the music of the ocean, as well. Together, Talia and Wen scour the old myths for clues as to their parts in an epic saga that spans centuries. But when Talia discovers what her destiny is, will she be ready to face it?
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I really enjoyed this book. I would like to say that it is better written than some of the other books I've read and given 5 stars to, so the writing itself is gorgeous. There were just a few details that bothers me enough to give it 4 instead of 5, but I still really liked it.
SPOILERS
The issues I had were the relationships and characterization. Tahlia we know is very independent, stubborn, and adventurous. She also, throughout most of the book, is not superstitious and does not believe in the myths and gods. So it kinda bothered me that when she read Endian's Sorrow, she quickly jumped to "omg, I am her descendant!" She kind of flip flopped with how easily she believed things, if that makes sense?
I also thought that her relationship with Caiden was kind of unneeded in the end. In the beginning it made a bit of sense because it was more Jane Eyre-esque. But then by the ending you're like, what was even the point of that interlude? It mostly bothers me because then her relationship with Wen suffered. We don't get to see their interactions as much, except when she is annoyed by him or with him and hoping it was Caiden. I think the book could have happened the way it did without Caiden being involved at all.
I know this looks like a lot but honestly, the book it so beautifully written and interesting and unique, I still loved reading it.
SPOILERS
The issues I had were the relationships and characterization. Tahlia we know is very independent, stubborn, and adventurous. She also, throughout most of the book, is not superstitious and does not believe in the myths and gods. So it kinda bothered me that when she read Endian's Sorrow, she quickly jumped to "omg, I am her descendant!" She kind of flip flopped with how easily she believed things, if that makes sense?
I also thought that her relationship with Caiden was kind of unneeded in the end. In the beginning it made a bit of sense because it was more Jane Eyre-esque. But then by the ending you're like, what was even the point of that interlude? It mostly bothers me because then her relationship with Wen suffered. We don't get to see their interactions as much, except when she is annoyed by him or with him and hoping it was Caiden. I think the book could have happened the way it did without Caiden being involved at all.
I know this looks like a lot but honestly, the book it so beautifully written and interesting and unique, I still loved reading it.
adventurous
medium-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:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This author writes with magic on her side. This is the book, I believe, where she truly found her voice as an author. The middle to the end is absolutely stunning.
I've reread it already, and will probably revisit this story several times.
Beautiful. Stunning. Read it, and all her other books too.
I've reread it already, and will probably revisit this story several times.
Beautiful. Stunning. Read it, and all her other books too.
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This book is for you if you like:
Betrayal, true love, heartbreak, adventure, a boy who plays piano, a mysterious library, an immortal tree, and an intensely malicious evil sea goddess. I like to pitch it as Jane Eyre meets The Silmarillion, with kissing.
This book is for you if you like:
Betrayal, true love, heartbreak, adventure, a boy who plays piano, a mysterious library, an immortal tree, and an intensely malicious evil sea goddess. I like to pitch it as Jane Eyre meets The Silmarillion, with kissing.
I am incredibly impressed by Meyer's writing yet again. After Echo North having left such a mark on me, I knew I wanted to read more of her work, and I'm so glad I did. Beneath the Haunting Sea was such a unique story that combined dark fantasy with mythology to create a story that I never wanted to end. It had right to the throne stripped away, it had a love triangle, it had loss, it had magic, it had battles, and it had DEPTH. It has given me a severe book hangover, and I feel as though I almost want to turn around and read it all over again. If you're looking for a book with a truly different plot (one that doesn't feel repetitive) and a beautifully captivating story, you need to read this right away!
After having read this book completely, and now feeling the awe and disbelief at the incredible end- I will forgive the author for the rough start.
Her writing is outstanding, and her character development is fantastic.
I had my doubts in the beginning...with the sudden introduction of the mothers superstitions and increased fear of the Sea Goddess. Not to mention the childish and very fairy tale-esk romance there at the beginning of the story. But damn.
This book was incredible. All was worth it. I am now a fan of this author and any books she writes. She already had won my heart with Echo North, and now with having read this work of art of hers as well....I applaud her.
Her writing is outstanding, and her character development is fantastic.
I had my doubts in the beginning...with the sudden introduction of the mothers superstitions and increased fear of the Sea Goddess. Not to mention the childish and very fairy tale-esk romance there at the beginning of the story. But damn.
This book was incredible. All was worth it. I am now a fan of this author and any books she writes. She already had won my heart with Echo North, and now with having read this work of art of hers as well....I applaud her.