I chose to read At the Water’s Edge because I immensly enjoyed Sara Gruen’s other book, Water for Elephants (with one of the best endings ever). Not to mention I’ve always had a fascination with the Lock Ness Monster, so this seemed like a no brainer for a read.
The book tells the story of Madeline, her husband and his best friend, three Philadelphians from high society, who go off during World War II in search of old Nessy. It’s a redemption tale filled with a bit of mystery, romance and a small dose of fantasy.
I have to admit though, this was a bit of a strange bird. The setting was good as the author can really create a picture well. I think I was just unable to identify with her heroine at all and I found the development of the villian(s) to be a bit one dimensional. Lastly, I found the ending a bit too wrapped up neatly with a nice bow. That said, as a bit of historical fiction (reading about those that did not go off to war during WWII), plus set in an area I’d love to visit (the Scottish Highlands), I’m still glad I ventured into this story.