Carrie Ryan

At fourteen, Frances survived a slaughter that claimed the lives of her parents and best friend, Libby. In the aftermath, she took on Libby's identity and wealth, all while plotting revenge against the powerful Wells family. Now, at age eighteen, she is ready to destroy them, including her first love, Grey.

Daughter of Deep Silence

Lina C. Amarego

"A wedding to end a war. It's been four years since the blood feud between the Branwens and Mathonwys started. Four years of sunken ships and loved ones lost, four years of wounds both seen and unseen. Keira Branwen is no stranger to duty. As the first mate of a legendary pirate ship, blessed by the sea-god Lyr, and heir apparent to her clan, she would sail to the Otherworld and back to keep her family safe. But when the Council threatens banishment for her people, Keira is faced with a choice; she must either marry her father's alleged killer, the sea-snake Ronan Mathonwy, or curse her family to the deep. But in the Seven Isles of the Deyrnas, secrets sleep just beneath the surface of the water. Her father's death is still shrouded in mystery, and Ronan--her childhood friend, the man she once loved -- is hell-bent on proving his innocence. As enemies become friends and friends become suspects, Keira must wade through the waters of doubt to expose the truth, save her family, and restore her father's legacy. But Keira soon learns that there are ties thicker than blood, and there is more than one way to sacrifice a life."--Back cover.

Daughter of the Deep

Ariel

** spoiler alert **
           How did no one but one person 3/4's into the book not figure out who she is, like am I missing smth??
sure, you like the same in or very similar BUT YOURE TELLING ME NO ONE WOULD SEE THRU YOU again except for the smart person and you somehow know everything about how your best friend acts and reacts even after 4 yrs after her death?! overall, the main plot was weak and became the main character just wanting to get back together with the love interest but faces internal conflicts other than that I cannot fathom how she doesn't address her "stepfather", cecil's death, maybe I missed it but she doesn't seem to attached to a man that raised her for 4 yrs and took her in after having no one left to go to. wHyy? ALMOST DNFed it.

Meghan M

I loved this concept and how the book progressed! It was well written, there was just something off for me the whole book, but I definitely recommend it to anyone who wants a good mystery/deception novel!

I picked this book up on a whim because I was drawn in by the spine and the cover. I’ve never heard anything about it nor known anyone who read it. But I did this as a buddy read with a friend, and by our 3/4 week, we decided to finish the second half all in one set it was that good. 

I liked this book so much more than I thought I would. It wasn’t entirely what I was expecting, and a lot of it was predictable from a mystery/revenge plot standpoint, but I still devoured it. I loved the way that Libby and Frances were written together but separate for almost the entire book. It was a fascinating case of character development. 

If you’re looking for an quick, easy read, with an interestingly written character and a mystery/revenge story then this is a book I would highly recommend! 

Tace

I picked this book up on a whim because I was drawn in by the spine and the cover. I’ve never heard anything about it nor known anyone who read it. But I did this as a buddy read with a friend, and by our 3/4 week, we decided to finish the second half all in one set it was that good. 

I liked this book so much more than I thought I would. It wasn’t entirely what I was expecting, and a lot of it was predictable from a mystery/revenge plot standpoint, but I still devoured it. I loved the way that Libby and Frances were written together but separate for almost the entire book. It was a fascinating case of character development. 

If you’re looking for an quick, easy read, with an interestingly written character and a mystery/revenge story then this is a book I would highly recommend! 

A wedding to end a war. It's been four years since the blood feud between the Branwens and Mathonwys started. Four years of sunken ships and loved ones lost, four years of wounds both seen and unseen. Keira Branwen is no stranger to duty. As the first mate of a legendary pirate ship, blessed by the sea-god Lyr, and heir apparent to her clan, she would sail to the Otherworld and back to keep her family safe. But when the Council threatens banishment for her people, Keira is faced with a choice; she must either marry her father's alleged killer, the sea-snake Ronan Mathonwy, or curse her family to the deep. But in the Seven Isles of the Deyrnas, secrets sleep just beneath the surface of the water. Her father's death is still shrouded in mystery, and Ronan-her childhood friend, the man she once loved - is hell-bent on proving his innocence. As enemies become friends and friends become suspects, Keira must wade through the waters of doubt to expose the truth, save her family, and restore her father's legacy. But Keira soon learns that there are ties thicker than blood, and there is more than one way to sacrifice a life.

Sophia Minetos

This book swept me away. 

It's a truly wonderful occasion to find a book that reminds me of what makes fantasy, as a genre, so inherently great. The escapism, the magic, the notion of a world without limits. 

"Daughter of the Deep" combines the nostalgic whimsy of "Peter Pan", the swashbuckling adventure of "Pirates of the Caribbean", and the wit and heart of "The Princess Bride". It really did satisfy a lot of hankerings I didn't even know I had. 

The story is layered without ever feeling contrived. I loved the way that the lore, the love story, the conflict, and the mystery all blended seamlessly together. I adored the characters. The leads are incredibly nuanced, and Keira is one of the most introspective protagonists I've had the pleasure of meeting lately. I loved the supporting characters, from the smug councilman Ellian, to the sweet but spunky Reagan, to the eccentric, world-weary Esme. The mythology of the world left me craving much more by the end. 

There really is a little something for everyone in this novel. I would recommend it to anybody in need of an adventure.

Kaley Catron

This book was CRAZYYYYY! The entire time I just sat there like whoa what the heck is even happening anymore! That was intense man!

Qaisarah Kamal Fariz

why are the reviews so bad i remember rlly liking this 😟

Aleena Korell

Fun story and characters, but rather predictable when it comes to plot points/ twists. The magic (Kiera's water gift, Griffin's swords?) was rather underdeveloped and became a bit of a deus ex machina in the end. (And if Griffin's sword could detect truth, why didn't they use it to check people's stories.... all the time? Unless that's not what it does? It wasn't clear.)
It all wrapped up pretty well for me in the end, at least enough that I don't feel the need to read the next one.

laura

This book was so good. I really loved the main character and also how complex the mystery was. It explored loss, grief and self discovery in a heartbreaking way and also how far would you go for revenge and what does that turn you into!

Marissa Scudlo

This book was very intense and a page turner. The main character showed a inner strength and cunning that many girl should learn from to a degree.

I’m the daughter of murdered parents. I’m the friend of a dead girl. I’m the lover of my enemy. And I will have my revenge. In the wake of the devastating destruction of the luxury yacht Persephone, just three souls remain to tell its story—and two of them are lying. Only Frances Mace knows the terrifying truth, and she’ll stop at nothing to avenge the murders of everyone she held dear. Even if it means taking down the boy she loves and possibly losing herself in the process. Sharp and incisive, Daughter of Deep Silence by bestselling author Carrie Ryan is a deliciously smart revenge thriller that examines perceptions of identity, love, and the lengths to which one girl is willing to go when she thinks she has nothing to lose.

Dannie W

I read this book years ago, I think it was summer of 2013? And it has stuck with me. I was drawn into the mystery and world of the book. I still think about it fairly regularly.

Manon van Heumen

This book begins with an amazing premise, which will hook you right away. The main character is fierce and strong, which I absolutely loved, and oh my gosh the romance was absolutely amazing. I absolutely loved it.

Daughter of Deep Silence

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