A review by bookishflower
The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh

adventurous emotional reflective 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? No

5.0

“Nothing extraordinary is ever done out of reason or logic, but because it’s the only way for your soul to breathe”. 

I didn’t intend to read this all in one sitting, but it’s 4am now and future me will have to deal with it. 

I’ve come to the conclusion that all my favourite books feel like fairytales and this book just confirms it! 

Axie Oh’s writing is beautiful, accessible and full of heart that captures you from the first few chapters and won’t let go.

The romance was swoony- soul mates, reluctant allies to lovers, fake marriages, hello?!- and the rich fantasy world was perfect. This got me out of a reading slump, THANK YOU! 

 Although I guessed the plot twist, I didn’t mind because the characters were so soulful and human (yes, even the sea gods, spirits and dragons too). I loved the strength of Mina throughout the book too. This truly felt like a love letter to one’s family, healing and culture. 

Go read this book! 
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