A review by xoeybear
The Dark Tide by Alicia Jasinska

dark emotional mysterious
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Fun read, if somewhat simple. Came for the plot but I stayed for the dark academia meets mermaid aesthetics. The plot truly doesn’t materialize till almost the end of the book, but if you’re looking for a story ft. sapphic, goth sea witch girlfriends that is 99% vibes and angst, then Dark Tide is gonna hit the spot. Pretty satisfying ending, too.