A Sea of Unspoken Things

Author: Adrienne Young

Pages: 288

Pub Date: Jan 07 2025

James and Johnny Golden shared a deep, almost supernatural bond as twins. When Johnny dies in an accident, James feels an overwhelming sense of loneliness for the first time. Returning to their hometown of Six Rivers, California, to settle his affairs, she confronts their shared past and her feelings for Micah, the only other person who knows their secrets. As she investigates Johnny’s life, she discovers he was hiding important truths, leaving her to question if she ever really knew him. 

The pacing for A Sea of Unspoken Things was slow but I felt captivated the entire time. Everyone around James felt unreliable and I often felt myself question if we could trust James too. It was so atmospheric and beautifully written, which is why I feel the slow pacing worked the way it did. I was truly captivated from start to finish, I just needed to know what happened. 

While there is a mystery element, this story really delves into grief, the bond between sibling relationships, and the complexities of truly knowing those closest to you. James’s journey through her brother’s life after his passing is both poignant and remarkably authentic. I couldn’t put this down. 

Thank you to Random House Publishing Group – Ballantine | Delacorte Press for the ARC!