A review by shakita45
The Salt Grows Heavy by Cassandra Khaw

dark emotional sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

I devoured this book like the mermaid devoured everyone else.

But seriously this book blew me away, and I'm going to work through Khaw's entire body of work now.  This little story had me in tears in a way full-fledged novels don't manage, and the writing style is beyond beautiful and incredibly evocative.
Expand filter menu Content Warnings