A review by ilkjen
The Devil and the Dark Water by Stuart Turton

adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I blame Avi and The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle for my affinity to books that take place in ships (not to be confused with “ship books”, right Stu?). But I was entranced by this mystery on the high seas. Especially when you’re not sure if this is horror, fantasy, or straight mystery at any given moment.
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