Genre: Coming of age Fiction
Rating:4 Length: 356 pages Publisher: Harper Collins Warnings: Abuse Horseshoe Cliff is a place of happiness and adventure for Merrow growing up as a child. However, it also holds what she fears most, her abusive older brother, Bear. When her father becomes a legal guardian to Amir, a young boy right around Merrow's age, they become best of friends. What helps them grow even closer to each other, is how Bear treats them both. Throughout the story you see their relationship grow, and how determined they are to never be apart. Feelings even start to develop between the two as they enter their teenage years, which makes Bear's rage all the worse. Their circumstances growing up are far from pleasant. In addition to Bear's treatment, they are dirt poor, with only the harvest from their land to live off of (which is hardly anything). As they grow up, Merrow becomes more and more curious about what else the world has to offer. She loves looking at large homes in their area, and even breaking in to them to see what the high life is like. Opportunities arise for Merrow to possibly go to college, and see the world. Through this process, she and Amir become estranged from each other. It was so great to watch Merrow say goodbye to her past, and step forward into her future. I actually felt proud of her. She goes to college, starts working for a program for underprivileged kids, and meets a great guy, Will, who wants to give her the world. She's even going to marry Will, no matter the hurt she feels in her heart whenever Amir comes to mind. Will she ever shake this feeling that she's making a mistake? Will she ever feel like anywhere can be considered home other than Horseshoe Cliff? This was such a moving, beautiful, bittersweet love story. Not only between two people, but also between the characters and their roots. It showcased that no matter how far you are from the places and people you love, that somehow you will always end up back with them. The ending wasn't particularly my favorite, just because I felt it required more detail. It felt somewhat rushed, and I wanted more! But I guess that goes to show how much I enjoyed the story. You can read more details about You, Me, and the Sea on Goodreads here. Happy Reading!
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AuthorHi, I'm Genny! You can always find me with a book in my hand. Dystopian, Fantasy, and Historical Fiction are among my favorite genres. I hope you enjoy the reviews I provide and can help you pick out your next book! Archives
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