![]() ![]() ![]() ‘A gripping tale with no short amounts of plot twists to keep the reader hooked - you’re in for a wildly addicting read ahead.’ – Carolyn It was a gripping and enjoyable read.’ – Ananayya I also loved the diversity of the characters and the fact that it showed that eventually, death is final and can’t be stopped, only cheated. ‘I found that the intricately constructed world and exciting plot hooked my imagination in. Our reviewer described The Vanishing Deep as ‘an intoxicating thriller set in an unusual world that raises interesting ideas about loyalty, family and fate.’ ![]() Tempest’s actions kick off a dangerous adventure that uncovers secrets, and even brings a little romance. When seventeen-year-old Tempest’s older sister Elysea mysteriously drowns, Tempest seeks out the services at Palindromena, a high-end scientific facility that allows rich patrons to revive the dead for 24 hours to say their last goodbyes. Scholte’s first book, Four Dead Queens, was a pleasing blend of fantasy and murder mystery, and The Vanishing Deep is equally unique. This month they’ve been diving into Australian author Astrid Scholte’s second novel. While meeting for the Readings Teen Advisory Board are currently on hiatus, our bookish teen advisors are still making time to catch up on the latest releases. ![]()
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