A Sea of Unspoken Things Review
Hello, all!
I was thrilled to get an early copy of Adrienne Young's latest release, A Sea of Unspoken Things. Massive thanks to the publisher!
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Pub Date: 1-7-25 Adult - Fantasy/Mystery |
Growing up, the only person James Golden could rely on was her twin brother, Johnny. The pair always had a deep connection, almost able to see into each other's very thoughts and feelings, and it's that intuitiveness that alerts James to Johnny's passing before getting the call. With Johnny gone, James is left truly alone, and that feeling grows stronger when she arrives back in their small hometown to straighten out her brother's affairs.
James hasn't been back to Hawthorne since she was a teenager, and every suppressed memory comes racing back to the surface, forcing her to rethink how well she knew Johnny. Once James starts digging into his job and parts of his life hidden from her, she begins to think something about Johnny's death doesn't feel right. James has no choice but to work with Micah, Johnny's best friend and the only man she's ever loved, to uncover what happened to Johnny. James knew her brother was keeping secrets; she'd kept most of them for him over the years, but she'd discover that some secrets should stay buried.One thing you can always count on from an Adrienne Young book is the atmosphere. She has a way of crafting a story that makes you feel like you're in it with the characters. It felt cold and gloomy and enhanced the heaviness of the plot. Her depiction of familial ties and the lengths we go to for our loved ones was so interesting. I loved James and Johnny's connection; it felt almost spiritual. There were also so many secrets woven throughout, and I was intrigued to find out how everything would play out. I also liked seeing James reconnect with Micah, and I thought the romance between them was subtle and sweet. My issue was with the pacing. It crept by at a snail's pace. That may have been purposeful to increase the tension, but it made me feel bored instead. I got more invested once the action started unfolding, but the middle bit dragged. I'd still recommend this, especially if you enjoyed Spells for Forgetting, since it gives off the same vibe as that book.
Rating: 3/5
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