brendaclay's review against another edition
4.0
This book hit many sweet spots for me: passionate, accomplished female protagonist; authentic Florida setting; focus on the ocean and nature; and a real, messy family and unconventional relationships. Loved it.
sandrareilly513's review against another edition
5.0
Maeve has been infatuated with sharks most of her life, ever since she almost lost her leg to one when she was 11 years old. Now, at 30, she swims with them, studies them, and fights to save them by educating others to their magnificence. Living in the shark world, gliding through the ocean, is the one place Maeve feels most comfortable, most like her true self. It is difficult for others to understand, especially her twin brother who resents that she puts herself in danger for predators and a fiance whose own traumatic childhood leaves him with a driving need to be the most important aspect of her life. Torn between her other half, her first love, an adorable little girl who idolizes her, and a new friend weaving himself into her heart, Maeve must decide if she wants to stand on the safeness of the sandy shore for the rest of her life or to dive into the undiscovered and unpredictable sea of the future.
Review: I was beyond excited to receive an e-ARC through NetGalley, especially having read an early excerpt via First to Read. Taylor did not disappoint - I thoroughly enjoyed this novel! As a lover of sharks for many years now, I can wholeheartedly relate to Maeve's fascination with them as well as the confusion and dismissal of others' when trying to share this interest. Sharks are one of the most feared yet misunderstood creatures on our planet and Taylor captures this notion, along with their beauty and importance, perfectly. The subplot focused on illegal shark-finning broke my heart, bombarding me at times like the SPCA commercials that leave me in tears. The love triangle weaved throughout the story, complete with a precocious little girl who pushes her way into Maeve's heart like a bull shark, left me rooting for both men trying to earn Maeve's love. My only caveat is that the background of Maeve and Daniel's relationship was described in much detail and so often that it was unnerving that there was no real conversation between them regarding how their relationship ended when they were younger. Despite this, I wholeheartedly recommend this novel to anyone who loves sharks, who loves a good love story, or both. Recommended for: Adults, public libraries.
Review: I was beyond excited to receive an e-ARC through NetGalley, especially having read an early excerpt via First to Read. Taylor did not disappoint - I thoroughly enjoyed this novel! As a lover of sharks for many years now, I can wholeheartedly relate to Maeve's fascination with them as well as the confusion and dismissal of others' when trying to share this interest. Sharks are one of the most feared yet misunderstood creatures on our planet and Taylor captures this notion, along with their beauty and importance, perfectly. The subplot focused on illegal shark-finning broke my heart, bombarding me at times like the SPCA commercials that leave me in tears. The love triangle weaved throughout the story, complete with a precocious little girl who pushes her way into Maeve's heart like a bull shark, left me rooting for both men trying to earn Maeve's love. My only caveat is that the background of Maeve and Daniel's relationship was described in much detail and so often that it was unnerving that there was no real conversation between them regarding how their relationship ended when they were younger. Despite this, I wholeheartedly recommend this novel to anyone who loves sharks, who loves a good love story, or both. Recommended for: Adults, public libraries.
bethreadswhat's review against another edition
3.0
This was an okay storyline. I kinda guessed how it ended before I finished it.
along500's review against another edition
3.0
Why am I obsessing about sharks before I leave for Florida?
leigh_jo's review against another edition
4.0
It was interesting and had a few different subplots that I liked. And of course I loved the setting in Florida.
raeleechoins's review against another edition
4.0
This book is a delight! Shark Club is the story of Maeve, a passionate marine biologist. This girl has been through so much: the death of her parents, a mess of a twin brother, being cheated on, and a shark attack. I absolutely loved listening to her story. Would highly recommend to fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s backlist titles.
luxera's review against another edition
2.0
maybe this rating is unfair -
I normally don't read those types of books, but I wanted to try something easy and different for once so I took this.
it was not as cheesy as some books are, but definitely a repetitive plot and language.
there was an attempt of mystery but not really intriguing.
I could critique more but I don't want to get into detail with such a light-hearted book.
so
idk
I normally don't read those types of books, but I wanted to try something easy and different for once so I took this.
it was not as cheesy as some books are, but definitely a repetitive plot and language.
there was an attempt of mystery but not really intriguing.
I could critique more but I don't want to get into detail with such a light-hearted book.
so
idk
pnelson384's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this book! It was on my summer list and I'm glad I was able to finish it. It's a light story with some good themes. I enjoyed the strong female characters in it quite a bit.
ahunt2494's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
sydneyntb's review against another edition
5.0
Sweet little summertime read which all the beach feels. I related to Maeve a little too much and fell in love with every character. I was heartbroken in the end because of my love for sharks. This book really pulled at my heartstrings