Tuesday, August 25, 2015

CAN'T WAIT TO READ: Underwater by Marisa Reichardt

Release date: January 12th 2016
Publisher: Farrar, Straus & Giroux
Purchase: Amazon | B&N


Synopsis via Goodreads:
Morgan didn’t mean to do anything wrong that day. Actually, she meant to do something right. But her kind act inadvertently played a role in a deadly tragedy. In order to move on, Morgan must learn to forgive—first someone who did something that might be unforgivable, and then, herself.

But Morgan can’t move on. She can’t even move beyond the front door of the apartment she shares with her mother and little brother. Morgan feels like she’s underwater, unable to surface. Unable to see her friends. Unable to go to school.

When it seems Morgan can’t hold her breath any longer, a new boy moves in next door. Evan reminds her of the salty ocean air and the rush she used to get from swimming. He might be just what she needs to help her reconnect with the world outside.

Underwater is a powerful, hopeful debut novel about redemption, recovery, and finding the strength it takes to face your past and move on.



About the Author
Marisa Reichardt
Marisa Reichardt is a SoCal native and high school writing instructor. She has a Master of Professional Writing degree from the University of Southern California and dual undergraduate degrees in literature and creative writing from UC San Diego. She spent her college years shucking oysters, waiting tables, and peddling swimwear. She has spent her post-grad years writing, tutoring, and teaching. She currently lives in Los Angeles with her family, and can usually be found huddled over her laptop in coffeehouses or swimming in the ocean.

www.marisareichardt.comfacebook.com/YoungAdultish


30 comments:

  1. This sounds like a heart wrenching read. I hope you'll enjoy it, Shane!

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  2. It definitely sounds like Underwater is a strong story, Shane! Thanks for sharing :)
    Have a wonderful Wednesday and happy reading.

    Lexxie @ (un)Conventional Bookviews

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  3. This sounds like an emotional book. I hope you enjoy reading it.
    Thanks for stopping by My WoW.

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  4. This sounds really good. I've added it to my TBR list. Thanks for sharing!

    Here's my WoW.

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  5. The cover certainly looks different. Good choice!


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  6. This really does sound compelling. Morgan is obviously a very sensitive girl, and I can definitely relate to that. I know this book will be very emotional, but I also believe those are the best types of reads. I can't wait for "Underwater" to surface! On to Goodreads!

    Thanks for sharing! Happy Reading!! : )

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    1. I agree, Maria. I just love emotional reads. They really get me.

      Thanks for stopping by!

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  7. Hmm, hadn't heard of this one, but it sounds like it might be pretty intense. Great pick!
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  8. I love the cover for this book! It sound sweet and heartbreaking at the same time :) Great pick!

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  9. I just cried bucket of tears because of the last contemporary drama romance I read, this is why I tend to shy away from this kind of genre, they make my heart hurt. <3

    Donita @ My Random Book thoughts

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    1. I think this genre is the best when you want to feel and connect on an emotional scale. That's why I love contemporary drama with romance.

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  10. This sounds like a really powerful book. I think it could be hard to read, but also could be very good. I hope you'll enjoy it.

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    1. I'm counting on it being hard to read lol so I can truly drown in the story. Love those kinds of books :)

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  11. I just heard about this yesterday, I think it sounds good. I hope you enjoy!

    Leeanna.me: WoW

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  12. This sounds pretty intense Shane! I hope you get to read it soon!

    Naomi @ Naomi’s Reading Palace

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  13. This one sounds so incredible! Thanks for sharing!

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  14. I agree, it sounds like an intense read. Let's hope it lives up to that feeling!
    Happy reading and thanks for stepping by!

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