A review by mbzoller
A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid

dark mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

A bit over the top with water and architecture themed metaphors

Ava Reid is a true talent with prose. This beautiful, lavish tale of a girl claiming her future is suffused with damp, dark, chilling imagery and symbolism.


I loved the FMC and her arc to self assuredness but in contrast to the setting description, the characters lacked in texture.

I think I just found this wonderful book at the wrong time for it to truly resonate with me. 

I will eat up ANYTHING Ava Reid publishes
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