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Drowning: The Rescue of Flight 1421

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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T. J. Newman

Drowning

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Ocean • Contemporary

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Drowning by T. J. Newman follows the harrowing ordeal of Will Kent and his daughter, Shannon, who are trapped inside a commercial aircraft that crashes and sinks into the Pacific Ocean, while Will’s estranged wife, Chris, works with an elite rescue team to save them. The novel features dual narratives of the passengers' struggle for survival and the intense race against time by the rescue team. This book includes a plane crash and death.

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

53,463 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

"Drowning" by T. J. Newman captivates with its gripping, high-stakes narrative and well-drawn characters, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. However, some critics point out pacing issues, with certain segments feeling dragged. While the suspense remains strong, the plot’s predictability slightly undermines its impact. Overall, an engaging read with minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Drowning?

Readers who revel in high-stakes thrillers and edge-of-your-seat suspense will be gripped by T. J. Newman's Drowning. Fans of Michael Crichton's ingenious plots and The Martian by Andy Weir's survival flourishes will find immense satisfaction in this tension-filled narrative. Ideal for those craving an immersive, fast-paced read.

4.3

53,463 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Ocean • Contemporary

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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