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A review by nemsie
A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Effy Sayre, an architecture student, finds herself designing the blueprints for her most beloved author's manor in the Bottom Hundred, which is believed to be due for it's second drowning. A Study in Drowning uncovers the mysteries behind Myrddin and the Fairy King.
This book was challenging. The faults of Effy are a main theme in the story while she deals with childhood trauma, her sexual assault, and mental health. It's easy to relate to her through the beginning, and you want to follow her as she navigates her way through a world against her, largely because she's a woman. The mystery and magic of the Fairy King follows you from page 1 to the very end, whether you realize it at first or not. The story is heart-wrenching, romantic, magical, while also dark and mysterious. If you enjoy fantasy, romance, AND mystery, you'll enjoy the ride this book brings.
This book was challenging. The faults of Effy are a main theme in the story while she deals with childhood trauma, her sexual assault, and mental health. It's easy to relate to her through the beginning, and you want to follow her as she navigates her way through a world against her, largely because she's a woman. The mystery and magic of the Fairy King follows you from page 1 to the very end, whether you realize it at first or not. The story is heart-wrenching, romantic, magical, while also dark and mysterious. If you enjoy fantasy, romance, AND mystery, you'll enjoy the ride this book brings.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Abandonment