Marisa Reichardt lives in Southern California with her family, where she can usually be found huddled over her laptop in a coffeehouse or swimming in the ocean. Underwater is her debut novel.
Debut author Reichardt doesn't oversimplify: Morgan isn't saved by
love; rather, new neighbor Evan reminds her of life and what it's
like to have a friend. As Evan, who has his own connection to the
shooting, tells her, what he likes about Morgan is that she's real,
and that's exactly what readers will appreciate about this book.
--Publishers Weekly, starred review Debut author Reichardt smartly
reveals the source of Morgan's agoraphobia--a school shooting--very
gradually, which, along with the sweet romance with Evan, urges the
plot forward. Morgan's... story of growth and redemption will be
rewarding for readers who love character-driven novels. --Booklist
Readers will enjoy the emotional balance Reichardt gives to the
high stakes conflicts in a teen's life. --School Library Journal A
moving, reflective exploration of grief, trauma, and how
individuals find their paths toward resilience. --Kirkus
Reviews
While this is a tender and appealing romance, it would also make a
thoughtful complement to the many books about school shootings to
illuminate the effects that last beyond the horrible day.--
Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Reichardt's remarkable
debut novel, told in Morgan's voice, is a sensitive and
inspirational exploration of the aftermath of tragedy and of a
young woman's grief and guilt. Young adults will enjoy sharing
Morgan's passage from hurt to healing. --VOYA
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