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Daughter of the Deep
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Book Brief
352
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2021
Middle grade
10-14 years
700L
Super Short Summary
In Daughter of the Deep, Ana Dakkar, a freshman at Harding-Pencroft Academy, discovers her connection to Captain Nemo and the advanced technologies he left behind. As her school is attacked by their rivals from the Land Institute, Ana and her friends must protect Nemo's secrets, uncovering familial legacies and battling enemies in a race to save their world. Death of parents.
Adventurous
Suspenseful
Inspirational
Emotional
Playful
Reviews & Readership
32,450 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Rick Riordan's Daughter of the Deep captivates readers with its imaginative underwater adventure. Praised for rich character development and seamless integration of STEM themes, it engages a broad audience. Some critics noted predictable plot points and occasional pacing issues. Nonetheless, it's a thrilling addition to Riordan's repertoire and resonates well with young readers.
Who Should Read Daughter of the Deep?
Ideal for middle-grade readers who enjoy adventure, mythology, and strong, diverse characters. Fans of Percy Jackson and The Mysterious Benedict Society will appreciate Daughter of the Deep's blend of modern technology with classic literature inspirations, echoing themes from Jules Verne's works.
32,450 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Dev Dakkar
Dev Dakkar
Dev is Ana’s 18-year-old brother, a senior at Harding-Pencroft Academy and the captain of Shark House, initially appearing as a devoted brother.
Nelinha da Silva
Nelinha da Silva
Nelinha is Ana's best friend and roommate, excelling in applied mechanics and combat engineering, and known for her Cephalopod House allegiance.
Ester Harding
Ester Harding
Ester is another of Ana's best friends and roommates, a member of Orca House, who navigates the world with the help of her emotional support dog, Top, and a system of notecards.
Gemini Twain
Gemini Twain
Gemini, or Gem, is a freshman and prefect of Shark House who takes his responsibilities seriously and strives to create a supportive environment at Harding-Pencroft Academy.
352
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2021
Middle grade
10-14 years
700L
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