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The Deep

Alma Katsu
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The Deep

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Alma Katsu

The Deep

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Atlantic Ocean • 1910s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

World History
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Deep by Alma Katsu follows a person named Annie Hebbley, who experiences eerie events aboard the Titanic and its sister ship, Britannic. The narrative blends historical fiction with supernatural elements, exploring themes of love, tragedy, and the mysteries of the sea. The story weaves between past and present, unraveling secrets linked to the fateful voyages.

Mysterious

Dark

Melancholic

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

3.6

12,553 ratings

45%

Loved it

38%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Deep by Alma Katsu is praised for its atmospheric setting and immersive historical detail, drawing readers into the world of the Titanic and Brittanic. Katsu's blend of supernatural elements and real-life events captivates, though some find the plot occasionally slow and the character development lacking depth. Overall, it offers a unique spin on historical fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Deep?

Readers who appreciate The Deep by Alma Katsu are likely drawn to historical fiction with supernatural twists. Fans of The Terror by Dan Simmons or The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern will relish the eerie atmosphere and intricate storytelling that blend history with the supernatural.

3.6

12,553 ratings

45%

Loved it

38%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense
Setting

Atlantic Ocean • 1910s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

World History
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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