A review by siobhanward
Into the Drowning Deep by Mira Grant

dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

 I'm not normally a huge sci-fi/fantasy person but for some reason I'm always down for a good, creepy mermaid book. Maybe it's because the sea is mysterious and creepy enough, so mermaids just add another layer. Who knows.

This was a solid read - definitely some events that didn't make a whole lot of sense, like people risking careers to do stupid things and go against orders, but aside from that it was pretty solid. The mermaids/sirens were creepy and well-described and I was on the edge of my seat for most of the book, which really made an impact for me. I was surprised by how old this book was - honestly some of the things the author predicted for 2022 were pretty bang on!

If you're not a huge sci-fi/fantasy person, this is a great read. It's not too deep or full of lore, but it has enough to draw you in and keep you engaged. 
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