Book details
What Lies Beneath
Description
War. Spies. Gossip and lies. Mythical Creatures. Falling in love. And it's still only July.It's 1917, and everyone is doing their bit now that America has entered the Great War-everyone except 17-year-old Emma Verlaine. Her overprotective dad won't let her go to nursing school while he's off doing war work; instead, she's been sent to stay for the summer with her Gran on an island off Cape Cod, and the most she'll be able to do for the war effort is knit socks. Socks!As it happens, island life isn't so bad. There are the seals that seem even more fascinated by her than she is by them. There's the new Navy Air Station that guards the coast from German U-boats where she's determined to get a job. But most of all there's Malcolm, whose family owns a resort hotel on the island and who gives her swimming lessons and delicious kisses.But danger lurks in the waters off the island. Only Emma can save her new home-if she accepts that everything she thought she knew about her life is a lie, and that the seals are following her for a very good reason.
Age
12-17
Text complexity
proficient
Length
339 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Historical Fantasy: Marissa Doyle is known for weaving historical detail with fantasy elements, creating an immersive and engaging reading experience.
- Strong Character Development: Doyle's books often feature well-developed characters that readers can relate to and root for throughout the story.
- Rich World-Building: The author has a talent for crafting vivid settings that transport readers to different times and places, making the story come alive.
- Themes of Growth and Discovery: Doyle's narratives typically explore themes of personal growth, self-discovery, and the challenges of coming of age, which can resonate with a wide audience.