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The Deep End of the Ocean (Cappadora Family, #1)

Jacquelyn Mitchard
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The Deep End of the Ocean (Cappadora Family, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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Jacquelyn Mitchard

The Deep End of the Ocean (Cappadora Family, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

434

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Deep End of the Ocean by Jacquelyn Mitchard narrates the harrowing journey of an individual whose child is abducted and later found, highlighting the emotional and psychological struggles faced by the family. The story explores themes of loss, trauma, and the complexities of familial relationships as they navigate their changed world.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

121,789 ratings

67%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Deep End of the Ocean by Jacquelyn Mitchard explores profound themes of family, loss, and healing. The novel is praised for its emotional depth and compelling narrative, though some critics find the pacing uneven and character development occasionally lacking. Overall, it delivers a poignant and thought-provoking story that resonates with many readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Deep End of the Ocean (Cappadora Family, #1)?

Readers who relish family dramas with emotional depth, like those in Jodi Picoult’s My Sister’s Keeper or Alice Sebold’s The Lovely Bones, will appreciate Jacquelyn Mitchard’s The Deep End of the Ocean. The novel delves into themes of loss, reconciliation, and enduring love within a gripping narrative.

4.0

121,789 ratings

67%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

434

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chicago, Illinois • 1990s

Theme
Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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