Super Short Summary

Words in Deep Blue by Cath Crowley is a young adult romance novel set in Melbourne, Australia, about best friends Rachel and Henry, whose bond is tested by time and personal tragedy. After Rachel moves away, she leaves a love note in Henry's favorite book, but he never finds it. Years later, they reconnect, dealing with the loss of Rachel's brother and other changes, ultimately rediscovering their feelings for each other. The book addresses themes of grief and trauma resulting from a loved one's death by drowning.