T.J. Newman‘s Drowning is a heart-pounding tale of survival, family, and love, with a generous dollop of thrilling suspense thrown in.
The story of Flight 1421’s crash into the Pacific Ocean and the subsequent rescue mission by an elite team is the backdrop of Drowning. But what sets this book apart from other thrillers is the focus on the family members affected by the tragedy. The story is told from multiple points of view, including the parents of a young girl trapped in the doomed airplane, the divers attempting to save the passengers, and the terrorists responsible for the crash.
T.J. Newman’s writing style is pulse-pounding and propulsive. From the opening chapters, the tension is high, and the pace doesn’t let up until the very end of the book. While the novel seemed to be well-researched, the technical terms and jargon used throughout distracted us a bit. However, they add an extra layer of realism and authenticity to the narrative.
One of the standout aspects of Drowning is the portrayal of the characters. Each one is given enough depth and backstory to make them relatable and sympathetic. The inner struggles and motivations of the characters are explored in a way that adds depth to the story, making it more than just a thrilling adventure.
As for the plot, it’s a classic survival tale, but with enough twists and turns to keep you guessing until the end. The stakes are high, and the odds are stacked against the characters, but it’s their resilience and determination that keep the story moving forward.
Drowning is a gripping story of survival, family, and love. Newman’s writing style is propulsive and engaging, and the characters are relatable and well-developed. While not our favorite book of the past few years, we are glad we took the journey.
Drowning is available wherever books are sold. The audiobook narrated by Steven Weber and Laura Benanti on Libro.fm is worth checking out.
