Summer Drowning Novel Review
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By biscuitee, biscuits bought in september, 九月买的饼干
24 chapters
2019
Description
Eleven years ago, Xia Mian met Li Li for the first time in a manor where neither of them belonged, where they spent three intoxicating summers together. Three summers filled with the heady aroma of ripened grapes. Three summers imprinted with the indelible marks of stolen, heated caresses. Three summers woven from the feelings of two young misfits only beginning to learn the taste of love. Then, Li Li disappeared. When the two reunite once more in that manor, eight years later — eight years too late — everything about them seems to have changed. But time never really moves on, and some wounds never heal. Will the two find a way to move forward, or will they remain trapped in their eternal summers together, forever drowning?
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- archive of our own
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
Summer Drowning Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Summer Drowning
"Summer Drowning" promised a mature, dramatic romance in an omegaverse setting, and while it delivered on some fronts, I walked away with a few mixed feelings. The novel clocks in at a concise 24 chapters, making it a relatively quick read, which I appreciated.
First Impressions
The initial premise, focusing on two characters grappling with their past and working through misunderstandings, immediately pulled me in. I was intrigued by the idea of a bittersweet story centered around recollection and reconciliation, especially within the context of the omegaverse.
What Works Well
I found the unfolding of the past particularly engaging. The way the story gradually revealed what went wrong between the main characters, ultimately leading to their reconciliation, kept me invested. The author's handling of the characters' journey through their shared history was well-paced and thoughtfully executed.
Areas of Concern
However, I struggled with the central relationship. Despite the story's focus on their connection, I wasn't entirely convinced of the depth of their feelings for each other. Their motivations sometimes felt more rooted in biological imperatives of the ABO dynamic than genuine emotional connection. I longed for more insight into the day-to-day aspects of their relationship – those small, intimate moments that truly showcase a couple's bond. The story felt like it lacked emotional intimacy.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "Summer Drowning" is a decent read, particularly if you enjoy shorter, character-driven stories focused on past regrets and reconciliation. However, if you're looking for a deeply emotional romance where you're fully invested in the couple's connection, you might find this one a bit lacking. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars.
