A review by faellibl
A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid

dark reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot

3.5

Atmospheric, gothic, and immersive. I loved the folkloric aspects of the story and the intriguing, though underexplored, history between the two nations (thankfully, it’s not a standalone!). While some twists caught me off guard, I predicted quite a few, which was still fun. The extreme sexism Effy faces was infuriating and thought-provoking, reflecting real societal issues. On a lighter note, the romance subplot was tasty—though the sudden <i>scene</i> left me scratching my head. The sea metaphors? Absolutely perfect. A few minor moments felt off to me, but that’s likely just a personal thing. Overall, an intriguing and reflective read. 3.5 stars.
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