Sea Monsters
Sea Monsters
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionOaxaca, Mexico • 1980s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sea Monsters by Chloe Aridjis follows a young girl in Mexico City who impulsively embarks on a journey to Oaxaca with a mysterious boy. As they travel, she explores her identity, dreams, and reality, while encountering various characters in surreal settings. The narrative deeply delves into themes of adolescence and self-discovery.
Mysterious
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Serene
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Sea Monsters by Chloe Aridjis is praised for its dreamlike prose and evocative atmosphere, capturing the restlessness of youth. Critics commend its unique narrative style, though some find the plot meandering and lacking in momentum. The novel's rich imagery and introspective tone resonate with readers who appreciate a more abstract, character-driven story.
Who Should Read Sea Monsters?
A reader who enjoys Sea Monsters by Chloe Aridjis is likely drawn to surreal adventures and introspective narratives, akin to fans of Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami or The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. These readers appreciate vivid atmospheres, existential musings, and a blend of reality with the fantastical.
2,070 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
205
Novel • Fiction
•
Historical Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionOaxaca, Mexico • 1980s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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