Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia Armfield
The novel explores the emotional and psychological aftermath of a deep-sea mission gone awry, focusing on the relationship between two women, Miri and Leah. After Leah returns from a mysterious and prolonged underwater expedition, she is profoundly changed, both physically and mentally, leaving Miri to grapple with the unsettling transformation of her wife. As Leah becomes increasingly distant and otherworldly, Miri navigates her own feelings of loss, love, and confusion, while trying to understand the enigmatic experiences Leah endured beneath the ocean's surface. The story delves into themes of grief, identity, and the unknown, blending elements of horror and romance to examine the depths of human connection.
The 17010th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2022
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 240-260
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.6)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 938th on The Greatest Books of 2024 - Honorable Mention (The Greatest Books)