8 -- Features The Ocean

[Lindsey]

8. Features The Ocean

Books matching this prompt must feature the ocean in some form or another. The book will likely be set on or near the ocean, but it is up to individual readers how deeply the ocean ties into the main story. Any ocean in our world, or in a fantasy or alternate world, will work for this prompt.

The ocean may appear as part of the cover design. Your choice for this prompt may also include words in the title like, “Ocean,” “Sea,” “Tide,” “High Seas,” etc. You may pick a character who loves to surf, is an oceanographer or fisherman, or lives or rides on a boat or submarine. The ocean may tie into the symbolism of the book, or it might be as simple as a location the characters visit.

While there is a difference in the geographic definitions of “sea” and “ocean,” for this prompt we would consider the two interchangeable.


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[Nancy]

I’m planning on reading The Wager: A Tale Of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder, by David Grann

[Angela Y]

She Started It by Sian Gilbert

[Nicole Brown]

I'm planning on reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

[Steph]

I'll probably read Whalefall.

[Steven and Jessica Stewart]

In bed with a Black guard by Cara Maxwell

[Aquaria]

I'll probably read Paper Wife by Laila Ibrahim.

[Sarah Shaw]

I've had the Salt Path on my book shelf for a while. I think this would fit with this prompt

[Donna]

Nancy wrote: "I’m planning on reading The Wager: A Tale Of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder, by David Grann"

That’s my pick, too.

[Natasha]

I'll read a peaceful oceanside classic: Jaws by Peter Benchley. :^)

[Charlotte]

I am planning on reading The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth.

[Denise]

Three possibilities: The Light Between Oceans, Wide Sargasso Sea, Life of Pi

[Mia]

I'm planning on reading Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield.

[Zeljka]

Denise wrote: "Three possibilities: The Light Between Oceans, Wide Sargasso Sea, Life of Pi"


The light between oceans came to my mind too

[Steph]

Bring Me Your Midnight

[Kerri]

I have had Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys on my shelf for a while but I have also been longing for A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabelle Allende. We shall see.

So...It turns out I haven't read either of these! Yet.
I read by Rosanna Xia. This came to me unexpectedly and hit so many emotional chords. While much of it is meaningful for me because I am a CA resident and familiar with the highlighted communities, the struggle of managing a crumbling coastline applies to all coastal areas. This is not a book of science, but rather an exploration of ecosystems, social justice, financial stability, and the desire to preserve the best of our coast for the future. Engaging. At times enraging. But ultimately hopeful. 5 Stars.

[Valeriia Diop]

I’ll read The House in the Cerulean Sea

[Andrea]

Recommend Piranesi by Susanna Clarke and The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman

[Andrea]

And The Sealwoman's Gift by Sally Magnusson

[Linda]

I accidentally found the book, Sea Prayer. I didn’t know it was a children’s book when I reserved it at the library. A friend picked up my reserves for me so when I got it at home I was surprised. Then I read it and it was very good, giving me a view through the eyes of others.

[Tricia]

I plan on reading Pod. I've heard good things about it. It will also count for a purple cover for the Booklist Queen challenge since I'm doing both.

[Lauren]

Call of the Sea by Emily B. Rose, though I am waiting to see when it will release.

[Penny]

Water Music: A Cape Cod Story by Marcia Peck is a great fit for this topic.

[Kristina]

Thinking of doing Float Plan.. have had on my Kindle for a while now

[Bobbi Henson]

Mia wrote: "I'm planning on reading Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield."

I read this one too! UGH SO CREEPPYYY

[Luisa]

I am planning to read Move Like Water: My Story of the Sea

[Zeljka]

Kerri wrote: "I have had Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys on my shelf for a while but I have also been longing for A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabelle Allende. We shall see."

For me Salt to the Sea was really hard to put down. Thumbs up

[Erin *Proud Book Hoarder*]

Will be doing an audio version of The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

[Tyler]

I’ll be setting sail with Circe by Madeline Miller.

[book_bear]

The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancock

[Carla]

I will read The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See.

[Liana]

I’m planning on reading The mountain in the sea by Ray Nayler.

[Amitie]

For any dark romance fans - Does It hurt? By HD Carlton and Be Still My Heart by Emily McIntire and Sav r miller would fit this one. I’ll read be still my heart for this one

[Emma]

Pod by Laline Paull

[Bev]

Florence Adler Swims Forever by Rachel Beanland

[April]

My book choice is SOS Titanic by Eve Bunting

[Lisa Marie]

I will be reading The Sea Captain's Wife by Beth Powning

[Lorri]

I'm planning to read Life of Pi by Yann Martel

[Tanu]

I started a bit early and have read Broken Bay by Margaret Hickey for this prompt.

[Catherine]

The Café by the sea by Jenny colgan

[Elizabeth]

Curious Tides by Pascale Lacelle

(It has a GORGEOUS cover, too!)

[Amy]

I read Mr. Nobody by Catherine Steadman

[Molly]

The Wild Silence - Raynor Winn

[Celina]

I'll be reading a few books that will cover this prompt with a crossover: Now You See Her and Moloka'i.

[Michelle]

The Wish by Nicholas Sparks

[Dr CG]

I’m reading “Migrations” by Charlotte McConaghy and it is so beautiful. Highly recommend it.

[Kateri]

I'm reading "Tidewater Bride" by Laura Frantz. It could also be considered for #30 because I didn't read the blurb, #44 because there are several weddings, #51 since they are in/near the wild or #46. Now to choose. LOL

[Rebel]

I just finished From Below by Darcy Coates

[Clara]

The Swarm by Frank Schätzing
This will probable be my longest read for the year at 37 hours and 36 minutes. But it was worth it. Great book.

This book would also work for dates as chapter titles and multiple points of view.

[Beth]

I think I'll read "A View of the Ocean" by Jan de Hartog for this prompt.