A review by readwithcindy
Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia Armfield

5.0

I loved reading this book. I read this during my commutes and was absolutely absorbed from the beginning, which is a rare but great experience. This will have a niche audience for sure - it’s very slow and filled with long paragraphs, so it’s not for everyone, but it really hit for me and I was immersed the whole time. The writing is beautiful and flows so naturally. Sometimes you can tell when an author is trying their hardest to be as descriptive as possible; this book just feels so innate and organic with its imagery and interiority. The themes of grief and sapphic love were so tender and melancholic that it hit me in a very special way. There’s a touch of horror that I found compelling as well. It’s incredibly researched, tying oceanography into more emotional themes. Overall, a stunning and unique book that will definitely be in my top favorites this year.