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

adventurous emotional hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

What do you get when you mix Spirited Away, Howls Moving Castle, and The Wizard of Oz? You get this fast-paced fall into this beautiful YA fantasy novel. 

Oh creates a perfect story based around familial love, duty, and chosing your fate. I found that once I started this story, I couldn't put it down. It was heart breaking, emotional, and above all - absolutely stunning. The characters were lovable, the ambiance was gripping, and I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. 

I would suggest this book to anyone looking for fantastic retellings and a story that will stick with them long after it ends.