A review by eviethebookworm
A Dark and Drowning Tide by Allison Saft

adventurous challenging dark emotional inspiring mysterious tense 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

4.5

A sapphic gothic fantasy with a rivals to lovers narrative arc? Yes please!
Magical creatures that are reminiscent of dangerous fey and wildlife? Sold!
Cultural and political turmoil that brings a complex world into focus? Sign me up!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Antisemitism, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Animal death, Child death, Blood, Vomit, and War

Minor: Mental illness