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Learning to Swim

Sara J. Henry
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Learning to Swim

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

Book Brief

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Sara J. Henry

Learning to Swim

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Lake Placid, New York • 2010s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Learning to Swim by Sara J. Henry, a journalist named Troy Chance rescues a small boy from a lake. As she investigates the boy's past, she uncovers a web of secrets and danger while striving to protect the child. The story explores themes of identity, safety, and trust.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Emotional

Adventurous

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.0

11,003 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Learning to Swim by Sara J. Henry is praised for its gripping narrative and strong protagonist, as readers appreciate the suspenseful plot and emotional depth. Some critique the pacing and predictability of certain twists. Overall, it's an engaging mystery that successfully weaves themes of trust and resilience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Learning to Swim?

A reader who enjoys Learning to Swim by Sara J. Henry is likely captivated by suspenseful mysteries with emotional depth, akin to The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins. They appreciate strong, complex characters and an unfolding narrative that blends personal growth with thrilling intrigue.

4.0

11,003 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Lake Placid, New York • 2010s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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