I loved the fact that Miki and Dai are really Minas niece and grandfather. Im pretty hooked into Minas quest already, except I keep getting distracted to look at the end papers of the book because theyre SO GOSH DARN PRETTY. Their moments together are so sweet, and I loved the boat scene when he proposed to her. I loved the imagery of the Spirit Realm and the Sea God's city. Awww, sweet Dai coming down to be with his great-granddaughter. We earn a commission on purchases made through Bookshop.org. Mina goes beneath the sea so fast and the Sea God sleeping? Mina is such a powerhouse, to take that leap for someone you love is just something else. Next thing we know, Mina is in bed and Kirin is saying he can do no more for her, shes lost a lot of blood and her pulse is weak. Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2022, I loved this book. Will she get it back? The New York Times"A beautiful, mesmerizing retelling I wish Id had when I was growing up. Captivated readers will long to be pulled deeper into the story. Kirkus Reviews "An atmospheric folklore interpretation thats sure to satisfy fans of historical K-dramas such as Moon Lovers." The draw here for most readers will be the. I think she will have to choose whether to use it to go home or give it to Namgi to become a dragon. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Its a new favorite of mine and I eagerly await any future work by this author. Be kind and read good books. The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea was one of those books for me. When the shin is in his presence the Sea God is asleep and Shen he is awake either Sin isnt there or hadnt collapsed in a slumber. On the last day of readalong i will share my opinion with you about the book. Im still just going with the *vibes* lol, Im fully convinced that Mask is Minas grandmother, and Dai is her Grandfather who she doesnt recognise as hes younger which makes Miki her niece, who was mentioned to die young, Been absolutely loving the slow-burn between Mina and Shin, and now its starting to pay off. When I found it, the blurb interested me but it wasnt an urgent on my TBR list. Either way Im so intrigued as to whats going to happen, and definitely finishing this one tonight!! I cant wait to continue reading about why the storm stopped, what is on that wish boat that Mina wants to forget and especially what will happen between Mina and Shin, he is so earnest and she seems to have developed some feelings as well , I thought maybe the Sea God and Shin were like somehow parts of a whole, Idk like the sea god was his soul form but that makes no sense since the dragon is the Sea Gods soul form, but I am so happy to see Shins feelings coming out and I hope Mina feels the same. I devoured this book. With the help of a mysterious young man named Shin as well as a motley crew of demons, gods and spirits Mina sets out to wake the Sea God and bring an end to the killer storms once and for all. I am so excited for this book! And every mystery she solves seems to lead to even more questions. This book *chefs kiss* just perfect. But this novel turns it on it's head - what would happen if someone took Shim Cheong's place, and she never sacrificed herself to the the Sea God to stop the annual storms that plague her people? I am desperate for answers! Please be warned, the following section will include spoilers for The Girl Who Fell Beneath The Sea by Axie Oh, from chapters 21 to 28. Highly recommended for fairytale fans. They know her voice was taken and that shes a Sea Gods bride and vow to help her get a job in Lotus House. Want to listen? And I am excited for more! Im jumping ahead but Shin mentioned that its possible to talk to the spirits of ancestors. Wol. I have two theories one that the dragon is Shin somehow and that Mina will break his curse and the Sea Gods curse too and Mina and Shin will be the romance if Mina has one. The dragons pearl that can grant a wish Thats how Mina will get home? A New York Times Bestseller!Axie Oh's The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is an enthralling feminist retelling of the classic Korean folktale "The Tale of Shim Cheong," perfect for fans of Wintersong, Uprooted, and Miyazaki's Spirited Away.Deadly storms have ravaged Mina's homeland for generations. things are heating up! Learn more about the program. (I feel that way about my brother though he's younger than me.) Her older brother, Joon, is the one person that Mina loves most in the world. The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is a magical feminist retelling of a classic Korean legend, perfect for fans of Uprooted and Miyazaki's Spirited Away. it is reading a little young for me, but it is enjoyable nonetheless. Yes, she tried to kill Mina, sent the Imugi but that deep longing that we caught? Axie Oh's deliciously lovely novel The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is based on this tale, so I was very excited to learn more. To see our price, add these items to your cart. My biggest complaint is that I wish it had been longer, which isn't really a complaint at all. - I'm a writer who enjoys telling you all about the things I love, which includes a lot of books! In this retelling, Shim Cheong wavers in her final moments, but Mina immediately sacrifices herself for her brother Joon and the woman he loves. I already know that I will love this story. I want to finish it, but Im glad I caught up with the readalong. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. But how much of myth is true? "And she is the reader who browses the shelf and looks for new worlds but finds herself." Mina is a great character, strong and unafraid. Cheong helps her dress in the new garment and theyre off to a festival to celebrate the passing of the horrendous storms theyve been having. He says Dai is strong and hell pull through. To be seen. I am convinced Mask is Minas great grandmother, Dai is her grandfather and Miki is her niece. But then the story about the woodworker that Mina started telling to the Sea God in Shins presence, how he let his love go to return where she belonged. He just came across as an honorable guy right from the start. I found myself wishing more than once that this wasn't just a standalone novel because the world building was so rich and I would have really enjoyed seeing more of it, especially through some of the other characters eyes, or even more from Shin and Mina. Someone is singing, Mina thinks it sounds like her voice but it cant be. They pass a procession and Mina finds out inside the golden box is a former Sea Gods bride, now destined to marry a death god. Excited to read on. November Young Adult Theme: THE WITCHING HOUR, December Young Adult Theme: COME ONE, COME ALL. Its interesting how both the Sea God (who confessed that his heart was already broken how? Deadly storms have ravaged Mina's homeland for generations. . Mina interrogates him on where they were and why he was bleeding but he instead asks Mina why she tells such sad stories and tells her his heart is broken and has been for a long time. I kept seeing the book in my head as an anime movie as I read. Also, Dai is such a hero. I am curious how the whole tying a human to an immortals life works. I love that Myra knows the former sea Gods brides and Im really interested to see what happens with them. The spirit world aspect seems very interesting and I cant wait to know more about it. Nonetheless, he promises hell return her home but it might take longer than she has. And what is going on with the Sea God? Today's review is of The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh. I understand the Spirited Away vibes now. I cant wait to find out more alongside Mina, who is a very likable and relatable main character! I loved the story about Dai and Miki, and Im almost certain that theyre related to Mina. Something is going on with the shying away thing anyway. Minas brother Joon is there too. I thought it was going to be the Seagod, but now I wonder if it could be Lord Shim? For Cheong maybe? And I realise I avoid reviews where there's spoilers too! In a fit of hatred Mina says she could kill him. Check out our the girl who fell beneath the sea selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our bookmarks shops. In fact, I only started to read it because it was shorter than my other option that I wanted to read. One MC is Myra, the other Mina. A New York Times Bestseller! The Red String of Fate binding her to the Sea God is severed by the handsome-but-coldhearted Lord Shin, who then steals her soul and her voice along with it. But is going home really what Mina wants? My heart broke a little when the invisible thread of fate was severed, but yes, he doesnt need it because he knows who he loves. And one of those books that I think will stay with me for a long time engrained in the back of my mind. Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Children's Publishing Group the eARC of the ebook! Late to the party but just started this today! Im so excited to be reading this one with you, I hope you all love it! Oh's fantastical world is unique and absolutely mesmerizing. Mina wakes him and immediately checks him over to see if hes unwell. I love the Spirit Realm that Mina is in right now, very interesting. Ive never seen anything more terrifying.' . Yaaaas gal! Mask and Dai havent realised Mina has entered the room, and Mina overhears Dai asking Mask if he did good and saying he protected them both just like they said they would. Strange! Easy to read and easy to get lost in the Spirit Realm. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 26, 2022. Including the goddess of the moon and memory who I am not entirely sure is the real bad guy here. Traci Chee, clever, creative, and exquisitely written, tale of sacrifice, love, and fate. okay, i had the suspicion before that Dai is Minas grandfather and Miki is the baby from her sister that died and that Mask might be her mother who died while giving birth to her ;; and now i feel stronger confirmed but lets see how this will turn out in the end. I love how quick of a read this book is and how easily I became invested in the story. Hello everyone! : I think that its very interesting that she has lost her voice and I look forward to see how she is going to communicate with others. My favorite part was how there was a different type of love shared in the spirit world. Mikki is Minas older brothers baby that died which would make her Dais great granddaughter as he said. Fae romance meets Beauty and the Beast in this sweet and spicy retelling. Shes wearing a bridal gown! When Mina tries to leave to get Kirin, Shin holds onto Mina and she stays, encircled in his arms. Poor Cheong, poor Joon! But there are a lot of remakes of this tale so I'm not sure if the manga was the first to come up with some of those ideas anyway (Village regularly sacrificing a girl to be the water gods bride, many of those brides dying instead of marrying the water god, her being the replacement bride and not the one intended to be sacrificed, the water god being under a curse that shes trying to break, different people trying to hurt her to get to the water god, and no one listening to the villagers pleas despite the sacrifices but her ultimately changing the gods mind) Please note I'm not trying to accuse the author of plagiarism, there are key differences in this stories plot and there are bound to be similarities when multiple authors write stories based on the same source material. Axie Oh's lyrical prose sweeps you into an extraordinary world of myth and legend, where gods of lore live and breathe, and one girl's determination to change her fate will capture your heart. Ive also been very interested in the myths and setting of this story as I dont know much about the Asian culture. He is sleeping. When youve finished todays section, catch up with me in the comments down below so we can discuss the beginning of the book. , Dimensions Back at Lotus House, Mina mentions something Lord Yu told her about the bride needing to form a true fate with the Sea God should she wish to break the curse. Overall this is a good quick read and is more geared towards kids in high school or middle school than young adults. Axie Oh seamlessly weaves Korean mythology with her own voice, and gifts the reader with, a heartfelt tale that I will be recommending for years to come, ." She never gives up though, and I admired her relentless strength. What is it that defines our destiny? To save the life of her brother, Joon's 16-year-old sister Mina jumps into the sea at the last minute and gives herself to the Sea God instead. The Goddess of Moon and Memory is here, hoping to steal Mina away but Shin tells her again that Mina is his bride. Floods sweep away entire villages, while bloody wars are waged over the few remaining resources. Kirin and Namgi take the magpie Minas soul away to Lotus House but not before telling Mina she can come collect her soul at the end of the month? I thought it was neat how this one started right at the point, I agree with others who said that this was a little jarring at first but now that Im in a rhythm Im loving it! In The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea they are real, they are tangible and things can happen to them. Elizabeth Lim, New York Times-bestselling author of Six Crimson Cranes"A clever, creative, and exquisitely written tale of sacrifice, love, and fate." That would be a resounding yes! Welcome back to day 4 of our readalong of The Girl Who Fell Beneath The Sea by Axie Oh! I hope hes ok. To be heard. Mask and Dai take Mina to eat from one of the food carts. I'm not Korean or especially well-versed in Korean culture, but I think the writing somehow made me see those aspects with new eyes. Absolutely wonderful. Nothing extraordinary is ever done out of reason or logic, but because its the only way for your soul to breathe. : I mean, if theres anyone brave enough, its Mina right?! I will say that I saw pretty much everything coming in this book. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. That is such a great quote! My biggest complaint is that I wish it had been longer, which isn't really a complaint at all." She leaves and they're all safe again for now, but Dai is badly hurt. Also love the fact she cant talk it gives more to the storyline, shes not only trying to save her village by helping the sea king, but also in a race against time to save her life. The world seems vibrant and so full of life. THE GIRL WHO FELL BENEATH THE SEA. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Super intrigued by what is up with the Sea God, and wondering what might be happening with Lord Shin. After Dai revealed spirits can take on whatever age they want, I think hes Minas grandfather. He killed the assassin that made the attempt on Minas life. There are a lot of twists and turns that will keep you on your toes! , ISBN-10 Dai and Mask seem to care an awful lot for Mina. Axie Oh effortlessly brings legends to life in the pages of this lush, powerful retelling of the Korean folktale of Shim Cheong that will sweep readers off their feet and transport them to an unforgettable, whimsical world filled with characters theyll be yearning to revisit for years to come. I'm really curious why there is the actual dragon outside collecting girls every year when the boy is actually asleep i really wonder what's going on with him, what brought him to this state. I have questions about the curse that put the Sea God to sleep, the memory / vision or whatever it was that Mina saw and I am also intrigued by the animosity between the lord of Lotus House and the death god because of Hyeri??? But maybe with a bit of a love triangle with Mina, Lord Shin and the Sea God thrown in. with Hyeri previously being a Sea Gods bride, does that mean that she failed at the task Mina has been set to complete? Main Menu. A girl Mina herself helped ready to be sacrificed to the sea some time ago. Still have lots of questions about Shin and the Sea God. She studied Korean history and creative writing as an undergrad at the University of California San Diego and holds an MFA in Writing for Young People from Lesley University. Who are you to say what my fate is if I am to fail, or if I am to succeed? I feel like someone will use the pearl. Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app. I did not see that coming. It has been a while since I have had a book that has hooked me so quickly I can not wait to find out what happens. , Hardcover Make sure you leave a comment with your thoughts and feelings, I cant wait to see what you all think! I had been wondering about the connection between Mask, Dai and Miki to Mina, and some of your theories that they could be Minas relatives and that Miki could be her niece, make totally sense. It is 1000% just a personal opinion. Then, theyre at Lotus House. by Axie Oh RELEASE DATE: Feb. 22, 2022. I hope Mina is able to find and connect with more former Sea God brides. However, I read every single work in this book. He does have feelings for Mina. After all, not all storytellers are grandmothers, but all grandmothers are storytellers. This beautifully woven tale brimming with heart, spirit, and love is a dream youll never want to end." Im loving the relationship between Shin and Mina, especially at the end of the chapter!! retelling of Korea's most famous legend preserves the beloved classic while empowering Shim Cheong for a modern audience. I can see why Mina fell for him. Manage Settings Who are all these people and what happened to the Sea God? Traci Chee, New York Times-bestselling author of The Reader and We Are Not Free"A clever, creative, and exquisitely written tale of sacrifice, love, and fate. Even still, I loved all the characters, and I really loved how Mina being a storyteller was useful to the plot. Dai and Mikis story. There is so much happening in this story already! Please be warned, the following section will include spoilers for The Girl Who Fell Beneath The Sea by Axie Oh from the beginning to Chapter 6. I loved her bravery. This book is Korean-inspired and based on a Korean fairytale called The Tale of Shim Cheong so the worldbuilding very much reflects that. The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is a must-read for fans of Spirited Away and epic adventures of any kind. That there is no place you can go so far away from forgiveness. Minas interaction with the sea God seems to be just what he needs. Also, completely separate from all of that, I feel for Joon, seems like a top kind of guy and I hope he and Shim Cheong can be happy together because they seem like they deserve it <3, Generally, I've had a lot of fun annotating my copy, drawing red strings everywhere as well as my stellar thoughts haha. And wha is going on with the storms. Why was Minas soul taken? Has Axie Oh fast become one of my favourite authors? captivated me with its depiction of a spirit realm rooted in Korean myth and moved me with the power of love and family in its story. Yes, Mina and Shin MUST have a HEA. I suppose I can wait till tomorrow to read more. Oh no!! While I know Spirited Away is inspired by Japanese mythology, while the setting is inspired by many places one being a mountain town in Taiwan and this book is inspired by Korean mythology, I wonder if the myths have any similarities or stem from the same beginnings. The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is a breathtaking cinematic fairy tale with a courageous heroine at its heart." Willing to help her even if it means not seeing her anymore. Something I forgot to ask in the previous section Minas paper boat wish. Her people believe the Sea God, once their protector, now curses them with death and despair. I love the characters weve met so far, especially the children. Axie Oh's The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea is an enthralling feminist retelling of the classic Korean folktale The Tale of Shim Cheong, perfect for fans of Wintersong, Uprooted, and Miyazaki's Spirited Away. But she doesnt have much time: a human cannot live long in the land of the spirits. Suddenly Namgi is changing, shouting at Mina to stay back, and transforming into his own snake. I put spoilers in the name of the video. Minas having an outer body experience, allowing her to see and hear everything. Synopsis A New York Times Bestseller! Mina realises they're trapped and Dai, poor Dai, takes Miki off his back and shelters her in his arms safe from the sea snake and bears the brunt of its tail. Her people believe the Sea God, once their protector, now curses them with death and despair. Shame it all had to be disrupted by the Inugis! The author gave us just enough to thoroughly set the scene without over doing it. Mina realises theyre trapped and Dai, poor Dai, takes Miki off his back and shelters her in his arms safe from the sea snake and bears the brunt of its tail. Deadly storms have ravaged Mina's homeland for generations. Theres a wind chime in the spirit realm that Mina made. So, Im liking Mina already as a heroine. "The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea" is a feminist retelling of the Korean folk story "The Tale of Shim Cheong." In the original, a dutiful daughter sacrifices herself to the Sea God to. I do think that Shin is going to be the love interest. What about her family, Joon and Shim Cheon now that Mina took her place as the Sea Gods bride? He says he loves Miki so much that he came down from heaven, where he was waiting for his wife, to be with Miki who is his great granddaughter Im not welling up, promise. I was not expecting it to jump into the story so quickly! Axie Ohs writing has grown since her debut and I was completely enthralled with this story. "I was angry at the fate I'd been given. 5,483 reviews Deadly storms. Shes ordinary in terms of status, looks, talent, or whatever else they judge by, but is fierce, smart, & passionate. She chose to jump into the sea without knowing whether shed live or die. Its so good. See you tomorrow for our last (cries) section! If Evie Fairfield doesn't lose her heart, the cruel fae king will certainly lose his. She is cleverness and strength. , ISBN-13 Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Shin says it doesnt matter because Mina doesnt love the Sea God. Please try again. Wow, honestly that Dai and Miki moment was so heartbreaking. Mina is AMAZING!! Deadly storms have ravaged Mina's homeland for generations. I was familiar with the Rabbit in the Moon and the Gumiho, but the Snail Bride and the Imugi were new to me. Alsoooo, is Shin the love interest?! Ill definitely be looking more into this, but am so far loving it. In case if some people haven't read it so they can go in this spoiler free have a good day or night wherever you are. Floods sweep away entire villages, while bloody wars are waged over the few remaining resources. Please try your request again later. Great-great-grandmother? The Bulletin"Oh weaves an intricate and engaging tale. The fact that this is also a legend in the authors culture made it even more special. This item: The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea. But I am worried about what her real fate is going to end up being in this story. A Venom Dark and Sweet (The Book of Tea, 2), Daughter of the Moon Goddess: A Novel (Celestial Kingdom, 1). Her undying love for her family is something special. It was beautiful, captivating, kept my heart pounding and my face smiling. I really dont know whats going to happen next! ((or is it a star-crossed kind of romance of Mina and the Sea God?)). Not from someone who loves you.. That was so harsh. I also think that Miki may be Minas niece. Im curious about the Sea God and Shin and how they are possibly connected, because despite the whole soul-stealing and assassin mask vibe he genuinely seems like a caring guy. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 3, 2022. Her passions include K-pop, anime, stationery supplies, and milk tea, and she currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, with her dog, Toro (named after Totoro). . She is the author of multiple books for teens, including, Publisher To appease him, each year a maiden is thrown into the sea, in the hopes that one day the 'true bride' will be chosen and end the suffering. Before Mina has a chance to answer The Imugi have arrived. Take Control of Your Money Take Control of Your Life Second theory, is that Shim Cheong was somehow involved with the dragon before and thats why she shied away. Of course theres no proper confessions if theres no crazy interruptions. It was just a really great scene. Shin is so selfless when it comes to Mina. Instead of being angry, Mina hugs the Sea God and tells him how she used to pray to him, believe in him and still does. Mina follows after him but the mist is so bad shes lost and then suddenly The Goddess of Moon and Memory is before her. Like maybe hes a possible live interest?
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