The Starboard Sea: A Novel Paperback Amber Dermont

from cygnoir

This is an interesting juxtaposition to The Secret History, which I finished reading just before I started The Starboard Sea. Both novels are concerned with issues of identity, shame, guilt, and violence both overt and subtle. Both are also examinations of how one devises his/her moral compass --...

from melaniehope

What I liked the most about this book was the setting at a New England boarding school for wealthy, privileged teenagers. Just reading about the advantages these students had due to wealth and their family name was pretty fascinating reading. However, we soon learn that no amount of money can pro...

from foodairbooks

I liked this book, but I didn't love it. It was still better than most books. Maybe I expected too much of it. I was hoping for something like The Secret History. This book lacked suspense and the thrill of payoff. I don't think that's what the author was going for. It could have been suspenseful...

from ken1952

Life in an American prep school circa 1987 is seen through the eyes of senior Jason as he tries to come to grips with the death of two close friends. Strong novel, rich in characters. How sad and lost are these chidren of rich folks.

from baystateRA

The Starboard Sea by Amber Dermont could become A Separate Peace for a new generation. Highly recommended!