The Weight of Water
The Weight of Water
Fiction | Poem | YA | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Poem • Fiction
Coventry, England • 2010s
2012
YA
12-16 years
Super Short Summary
The Weight of Water by Sarah Crossan follows Kasienka, a Polish girl who moves to England with her mother in search of her missing father. Through poetry, Kasienka navigates the challenges of cultural displacement, bullying, and family dynamics while finding solace in swimming. The novel explores themes of identity, resilience, and belonging.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Challenging
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
9,628 ratings
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Review Roundup
Sarah Crossan's The Weight of Water is praised for its unique verse format and emotional depth. Readers appreciate the lyrical prose and heartfelt exploration of immigration and identity. However, some feel the storyline is predictable and lacks complexity. Overall, the novel resonates for its powerful themes and engaging style, appealing to both young adults and adults.
Who Should Read The Weight of Water?
A reader who enjoys The Weight of Water by Sarah Crossan likely appreciates poignant, verse-narrative storytelling akin to Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson. They favor themes of immigration, identity, and coming-of-age, resonating with young adult fiction that emphasizes emotional depth and lyrical prose.
9,628 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Poem • Fiction
Coventry, England • 2010s
2012
YA
12-16 years
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