A Study in Drowning Collector's Deluxe Limited Edition

"A Study in Drowning" by Ava Reid is the kind of book that can be put there with the classics. It's a read where every page has a subliminal message that you have to take a moment to think to understand what the author and her character are trying to convey. and for that, I do not think some people would appreciate it. This is not a true fantasy despite the made-up world This is not a romance despite having a romantic relationship in it This is a woman's journey towards regaining her power and control over her life when her choices were taken from her in so many different ways. The book is a captivating gothic fantasy that weaves a dark and intricate tale of mystery with elements of romance and the supernatural. Set against the backdrop of a Welsh-inspired cliffside estate, the novel follows Effy Sayre, a young architecture student, as she embarks on a journey to redesign the dilapidated Hiraeth Manor. The manor, with its decaying grandeur, and the water surrounding it become characters in themselves, mirroring the tumultuous emotions and hidden depths of the story's protagonists. Reid's narrative is a masterful blend of folklore and academia, challenging the reader's perceptions of reality through its atmospheric descriptions and hauntingly beautiful prose. We can argue that the book delves into themes of institutional sexism, the power dynamics within academia, and the struggle for one's voice against the silencing forces of society, however, it is Effy's personal struggle and Reid's exploration of the relationship between author and reader that picked my interest. ⚜Genre: Urban Fantasy??? ⚜Theme: Gothic with romance ⚜Targeted audience: 16+ (although this is stated as YA, it is not suitable for younger audiance) ⚜Characters: Effy, Preston, Ianto, Angharand, the water ⚜Representation: mental/emotional disorder ⚜Pace: medium ⚜TW: child abandonment/neglect - s€xual @ssault - attempted m¥rder - forced imprisonment ⚜ tropes: medium-burn, one bed ⚜ POV: one-sided third person ⚜ spice 🌶 ⚜ rating 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ⚜standalone: yes ⚜Ending: resolved

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Beautiful book! Came on time, no damage the edges are soooo pretty! The book itself, is super good! I will come back later and do a book review for this. But as far as packaging and the actually book itself 5/5

Five VERY enthusiastic stars! What a fabulous read. After all the hype I was ready to be disappointed, but the opposite was true. Very well-written, extremely atmospheric, spooky and with a definite feminist aura. Yes, I kind of knew (or thought I knew) one of the big reveals (who the real writer was) but other than that it was all surprising (in a good way) and well crafted into the whole plot. Can't wait to read the sequel. Well done Ms. Reid. Thank you for a wonderful trip into another world.

It’s so pretty! I I haven’t finished it yet, but the first few chapters are really good! But it’s such a pleasure to hold such a pretty book in my hand. Doesn’t take much to make me happy! I will get the collectors edition for all of the books in the series just because this one is so appealing.

I think the book was good. It was pretty slow, but it got better after half through the book. I really enjoyed the twist of the book, the characters, and how the ending left us with something I wouldn't necessarily consider a cliffhanger but it did leave questions and an idea of what the next book may center around.

"Survival is bravery too" Beautifully written book that deals with trauma from a fantasy perspective. Books are like paints, they are open to interpretation. I saw Effy's troubled mind from a different perspective than most readers, based on the reviews I read, and I can't wait to see how Preston handles his.

Got it in perfect condition and the finish it’s beautiful

Beautifully sprayed edges. Fantasy romance story plot. Good read.

Nice book

I thoroughly enjoyed this, it really opened new doors for me as my first academia read

La edición mas bonita de un libro que he comprado! Tal cual como se muestra en las fotos, llego sin ningún daño.

Ich habe das Buch noch nicht gelesen, wollte diese besondere Ausgabe aber unbedingt haben, da sie wirklich außergewöhnlich aussieht. Das Design ist wunderschön und hochwertig – definitiv ein Hingucker im Regal. Leider kam mein Exemplar mit eingedrückten Kanten und einem zerknitterten Schutzumschlag an, was bei einer Sammleredition natürlich schade ist. Trotzdem freue ich mich aufs Lesen.