Official Review: Not the Same Water by Karen Black

Sou Hi · Post by **Sou Hi** » 23 Nov 2020, 21:17

Thanks for your interesting review. Unfortunately, classical romance novels are too predictable, and as you said, there are hardly any surprises here. I guess I will skip this book.

Post by **Kirsi Cultrera** » 24 Nov 2020, 09:48

Sou Hi wrote: ↑23 Nov 2020, 21:17 Thanks for your interesting review. Unfortunately, classical romance novels are too predictable, and as you said, there are hardly any surprises here. I guess I will skip this book.

Yes, and that is a shame, wouldn’t you say? I guess it is because romance novels need a happy ending

but it would be really cool to be totally surprised for once!

Thanks for commenting!

Gabrielle Sigaki · Post by **Gabrielle Sigaki** » 20 Jul 2021, 07:18

This book seems to bring some historical events mixed with fictional characters, it sounds intriguing. I don't know if it is for me since I'm not into romances with historical fiction, but I will sample it. Congrats on BOTD to the author! Thanks for the review!

Shubham Shah · Post by **Shubham Shah** » 20 Jul 2021, 07:28

Romance novels are not on my list. But the way different elements are blended, interest me. The premise of 18s is something unique. It will be fun to know how the world looked during those times. Superb job on the review

Brenda Creech · Post by **Brenda Creech** » 20 Jul 2021, 07:38

I am a historical fiction fan, but I do like the element of surprise in a story! Historical fiction with romance is even more appealing. I hope there is not too much fact along with the fiction! Sometimes the author gets carried away with page after page of fact and I lose interest in the overall story! I will add this one to my want-to-read list. Thanks for the great review!

Haseeb Khan 2 · Post by **Haseeb Khan 2** » 20 Jul 2021, 07:47

I like reading historical novels and being transported to a time when things were so different. Sounds like a good read minus the lack of the element of surprise

Nancy Morara · Post by **Nancy Morara** » 20 Jul 2021, 07:52

Becky is an outstanding woman. One that could fight against all odds to reach her dreams. That's the kind of woman I hope to be. Thanks for your amazing review.

Thabo Sibanda 1 · Post by **Thabo Sibanda 1** » 20 Jul 2021, 07:54

This is a detailed review. It is the perfect way to brace any reader for a thrilling, adventurous and unpredictable read. I will love to join Becky, who is obviously the main character, on her adventures.

Maggie MacLaren · Post by **Maggie MacLaren** » 20 Jul 2021, 07:58

I really enjoy historical fiction. You can get a taste of what life used to be like, with a little added excitement. Thank you for the detailed review.

Asma Aisha Ansari · Post by **Asma Aisha Ansari** » 20 Jul 2021, 07:59

Although the story is predictable, I think many readers will find the book a pleasure to read because of the writing style, and the seamless amalgamation of real and fictional events.
Thanks for this thorough and amazing review

Divya Tamilselvan · Post by **Divya Tamilselvan** » 20 Jul 2021, 08:22

Glad that the reviewer got a chance to live a world that existed before modern technology. Also feeling bad that the book could not stun the reviewer with the surprise element they expected.

AntonelaMaria · Post by **AntonelaMaria** » 20 Jul 2021, 08:23

Becky sounds like an interesting and brave heroine. The setting of the book is also intriguing. I can only imagine how hard it must have been for her to follow her dreams of becoming a doctor. Great job with the review.

Kay Muzo · Post by **Kay Muzo** » 20 Jul 2021, 08:32

The plot could be predictable but the whole story was just so nice and sometimes easy reading makes it interesting.
Back then in those days women were less privileged they couldn't express themselves which wasn't fair .Thanks for giving out your opinion.

IFRA BURHAN · Post by **IFRA BURHAN** » 20 Jul 2021, 08:34

I am a big fan of historical fiction/romances.
"Not the Same Waters" is now on my TBR list. But as the review speaks that it is too predictable, I rather prefer to have some elements of surprise. By the way, thank you so much for an honest review, it really helps in selecting the books.