Armfield, Julia - Our Wives Under the Sea

In this haunting and moving novel, Julia Armfield explores the complexities of love, loss, and grief - about what life there is the deep ocean and what happens when we go looking for it.

"A haunting, shimmering novel that lingers in the mind long after the last page is turned." - The Guardian

"A captivating story of love, loss, and the depths of the sea that will stay with you long after you've finished reading." - Goodreads

"A beautifully written and thought-provoking novel that will leave you speechless." - Booklist

Blurb:

Our Wives Under the Sea is a haunting and moving novel that explores the complexities of love, loss, and grief - about what life there is the deep ocean and what happens when we go looking for it.

When her partner Evelyn disappears while scuba diving, Jeanette is left with an overwhelming sense of loss and unanswered questions. Haunted by Evelyn's absence, Jeanette decides to follow in her footsteps, embarking on a dangerous and transformative journey to the depths of the ocean in search of her lost love.

As Jeanette delves deeper into the ocean's mysteries, she begins to uncover secrets about Evelyn's past and the nature of their relationship. She also encounters strange and wondrous creatures that challenge her understanding of the world and her place in it.

Through her journey, Jeanette must confront her own grief and learn to let go of the past in order to find peace and hope for the future.

LGBT Themes:

• Queer romance
• Love and loss
• Grief and healing
• Exploring the depths of the ocean

Relevant Tags:

• LGBTQ+ literature, Literary fiction, Queer romance, Love story, Loss and grief, Healing, Ocean exploration, Underwater world

Awards & Recognition:

• Winner of the 2023 Polari Prize
• Highly Commended for the 2023 Women's Prize for Fiction
• Longlisted for the 2023 International Booker Prize
• Praised by [Publication Name] for "[Quote]"

Title: Our Wives Under the Sea

Author: Julia Armfield

Genre: Literary fiction, Queer romance, Love story, Loss and grief, Healing, Ocean exploration, Underwater world

Pages: 224

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Release Date: March 2023

Weight: 220 grams

Size: 12.9 x 19.8 x 1.8 cm