At the Water's Edge
By Sara Gruen
- Release Date: 2015-03-31
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “A daring story of adventure, friendship, and love in the shadow of WWII” (Harper’s Bazaar) from the renowned author of Ape House and Water for Elephants
“Gripping, compelling . . . Gruen’s characters are vividly drawn and her scenes are perfectly paced.”—The Boston Globe
In January 1945, when Madeline Hyde and her husband, Ellis, are cut off financially by his father, a retired army colonel who is ashamed of his son’s inability to serve, Ellis decides that the only way to regain his father’s favor is to succeed where the Colonel very publicly failed—by hunting down the famous Loch Ness monster. Leaving her sheltered world behind, Maddie reluctantly follows Ellis and his best friend, Hank, to a remote village in the Scottish Highlands. Gradually, the friendships Maddie forms with the townspeople open her up to a larger world than she knew existed. Maddie begins to see that nothing is as it first appears, and as she embraces a fuller sense of who she might be, she becomes aware not only of darker forces around her but of life’s surprising possibilities.
Reviews
Engrossing read...couldn’t put it down..read it til 2:30 in the morning
5By ellpainterAlso enjoyed Water For ElephantsExcellent book
5By bookahokicI was not sure at first if I liked this book but as the characters and plot developed I got drawn in and didn’t want to put it down.Entertaining and draws you in
4By mrs.arsIt took a while to get going but the plot and particularly the Scottish characters are wonderfully done. Great little read!At theWater’s Edge
5By irish GrandmmaI enjoyed this novel toughly, I couldn’t put itdown.When my husband wanted to know when we were having dinner I would cringe.I read under my sheet at night so he wouldn’t see my I-pad light. I love to read and I can’t wait to read your next Novel. Margaret M. HawkinsThe Water’s Edge
3By Peg1gyA wonderful summer read. Spoiled rich girl learns life lessons from hard working man who turns out to be rich. Setting this love story in a different time and place made the story more interesting.Great Read
5By kbish83I’m glad I came across this book, it was a fun and easy read. The story unfolds as the main character starts to learn a lot about herself and those around her. The love story is what really took me by surprise, and a good one at that. Highly recommend it, it’ll stick with you.Waste of time and money
1By marjorie8888Having read and enjoyed Water for elephants years ago, I was looking forward to reading this book. The entire book which of course includes plot, all storylines and all characters was totally absurd and unbelievable. Halfway through the book, it turns into a romance novel. The protagonist seemed to have the IQ of a turnip. Unbelievable waste of time and money.At the Water's Edge
5By PushpushStableWhile the beautiful story had me rushing to turn the pages, I was well aware that I was going to feel so depressed when I completed the book.Modern day, somewhat dark fairy tale
3By CrzyhrtPoor little rich girl with shades of tragedy and wartime deprivation. A little sex and romance thrown in. Does hold water to Water for Elephants...Wonderful
5By cdav39I am so happy I stumbled across this book. I'm surprised I liked it so much since it dealt with sea creatures! Please do yourself a favor and read this book!Hard to put down
5By vikirA story that's engaging and thrilling. I found myself swept up in each character's storyline as if they were real people, friends whose well being was as important as my own. I also loved the backdrop of the history and culture from one of my very favorite countries: Scotland. It was hard to put down and I ended up finishing the book in less than 3 days.At the Water's Edge
5By ChatwattAfter reading Water for Elephants, I didn't think Sara Gruen enthrall me again. However, she did. This novel was rare for me in that it took me many chapters to become completely engrossed. Her characterization are vivid, and, in each, character the reader will recognize someone he or she knows. Although Gruen acknowledges historical deviations, I loved the historical aspects of this page-turner novel.Predictable
3By FreedamayGruen's story was enthralling at first. However, it became so predictable that I finished by skimming it. I was most disappointed that she had to follow a formula.At the Water' Edge
2By singingsopA disappointing read from a usually talented writer. These characters grated my nerves with their pettiness and self serving pranks. The romance was overly dramatic and the writing stilted.Disappointing
1By MGCHESSTrite. Predictable. Sophomoric.Well done!
5By Sunshine2759The premise of World War II and the Loc Ness monster didn't interest me but I'm so glad I read the sample! Engaging characters and development, unexpected twists and just rewards. Loved it!At the Water's Edge
5By Jg303Excellent read. Very believable characters. Once I got reading it I could not put it down.Not in the same league as Water for Elephants
3By RrowzThis book was pleasant and easy to read but not especially memorable.Exceptional
5By Right, this nickname taken!Beautifully written, wonderful characters, and a great story.
