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Deep Blue (Waterfire Saga, #1)

Jennifer Donnelly
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Deep Blue (Waterfire Saga, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2014

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Jennifer Donnelly

Deep Blue (Waterfire Saga, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

340

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mediterranean Sea • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2014

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

Deep Blue by Jennifer Donnelly follows Serafina, a mermaid princess who embarks on a perilous journey after her kingdom is attacked. Alongside other young mermaids, Serafina seeks to uncover a powerful evil threatening their world, exploring themes of courage and friendship. The story is set in an enchanting underwater realm filled with adventure and mystery.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

21,719 ratings

66%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Jennifer Donnelly's Deep Blue highlight its imaginative underwater world and strong female characters, appealing to young readers. Critics praise its captivating adventure and detailed setting. However, some find the plot predictable and the character development lacking in depth. Overall, it offers a fun, magical escape for its target audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Deep Blue (Waterfire Saga, #1)?

A reader who enjoys mystical underwater adventures and rich folklore would relish Deep Blue by Jennifer Donnelly. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan's The Lightning Thief and Philip Pullman's The Golden Compass, this book appeals to young adults who love magic, mermaids, and epic quests.

4.2

21,719 ratings

66%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

340

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mediterranean Sea • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2014

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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