Sophie (MC) really struggles with self acceptance because of the expectations and pressures projected onto her by her family members. Children always attach their worth to their parents/caregivers’ opinions of them (or rather how they perceive that opinion). I really feel for Sophie and her situation, and I’m glad she was able to accept herself in the end.

The art in this was top tier, I really loved it, I’ve loved all of Xu’s works so far. I did enjoy the story and the characters, however I think the friendship between Sophia and Lir could have been fleshed out a little more and I think I’d like to know more about the sea dragons and their lore. 

Overall, this was a pretty quick read with beautiful art and I had a good time! 

Rep - Chinese American (A); POC (SC); She/They (A)

TWs/CWs - Bullying; Child Abuse; Drowning; Emotional Abuse; Grief; Injury/Injury Detail; Mental Illness; Panic Attacks/Disorders