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A debut novel that opens on a scene of dark clouds between past and future storms. The sea of tranquility by katja renata sousa pereira. A subdued and somber story but with a great measure of warmth that took my breath away. She joined me in bed, switched off the lights and we discussed the events of the day before heading to our own. The sea of tranquility book summary and study guide. The sea of tranquility by katja millay waterstones.
It may strike anyone at any age and completely change ones life and outlook. This book may be unsuitable for people under 17 years of age due to its use of sexual content, drug and alcohol use, andor violence. It definitely earned its spot on my must reads list. Apr 09, 20 without skipping a beat, brittany recommended katja millays the sea of tranquility. The sea of tranquility is a beautifully written, deep and heartwrenching drama about two damaged teens surviving unchangeable tragedies, and devastating grief, hurt, and pain. Nov 03, 2012 the sea of tranquility is a slowbuilding, characterdriven romance about a lonely boy, an emotionally fragile girl, and the miracle of second chances. The sea of tranquility this one is easily going to be one of my favorites this year.
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