At the Water's Edge
At the Water's Edge
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Scotland • 1940s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In At the Water's Edge by Sara Gruen, a young woman named Maddie travels with her husband to Scotland during World War II in search of the Loch Ness monster. As Maddie experiences the harsh realities of the war and uncovers family secrets, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Sara Gruen’s At the Water’s Edge offers vivid historical settings and a compelling storyline set against World War II's backdrop. While some readers appreciate its rich detailing and gripping narrative, others find the characters unrelatable and the pacing uneven. Overall, it’s praised for its atmospheric immersion but critiqued for occasional predictability.
Who Should Read At the Water's Edge?
A reader who enjoys At the Water's Edge by Sara Gruen is likely captivated by historical fiction with a blend of romance and mystery. Fans of Water for Elephants and The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah will appreciate the rich descriptive settings, complex characters, and emotionally compelling narrative.
97,669 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Scotland • 1940s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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