A review by vwoodsburrow
The Deep by Alma Katsu

challenging dark tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

The Deep takes the prize for "Most Surprising Read of the Year" on my Read Shelf. I never thought I'd get so upset at characters from the 10's! These are some of the most engaging characters, I've ever read-- but in the most infuriating ways. All of their flaws run deep (no pun intended) in the plot. The plot itself is inquisitive, but not spooky enough to be in the genre it is in.  I can say that I have never been so interested in a historical fiction novel. 
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