A review by fanboyriot
Tears in the Water by Margherita Scialla

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

♡ Swimming
♡ Queer Sports Romance 
♡ Wholesome Friendships

The anxiety rep in this felt personal.  And just having to exist or be perceived being too much was way too relatable.  Getting to see the difference between how the main character sees themself versus how their friends see them is done so well.

The friendships were written so nicely and while the plot wasn’t anything too dramatic it felt comforting like a slice of life kind of vibe.

For anyone who is a fan of All for the Game by Nora Sakavic I highly suggest this book.  It had all the queer sports romance you could ask for.

Spice Level: n/a
Angst Level: 💧 (1/5)
POV: First Person
Release Date: 17, January 2023
Rep: Pansexual (Main Character), Demisexual Transmasc (Love Interest), Asexual (Side Character), Lesbian (Side Character)
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