After 6 minutes Flight 1421 leaves Honolulu, the plane loses power and with too much distance to the next safest landing the only thing to do is land the plane in the water. Only that’s when things get worse for the passengers on the plane.

Much like TJ Newman debut Falling,Drowning is one cracker of an action packed book.

I did have some minor problems with this book:

~ Understanding technical terms with things about planes or locations within the plane.

~ A character’s action - which to me really didn’t make any sense as to why they did it.

Other than these things I really enjoy this book, I loved how fast paced it was and how TJ writes her novels.

While I didn’t connect with the characters, they were still likeable and I felt sympathetic towards them.

I can’t wait to see what TJ Newman writes next.

Thank you netgalley and Simon and Schulsyer for the digital copy of Drowning for reviewing purposes.

Sometimes you just read the right book at the right time. This was THE right time for me to read Drowning. I cried throughout the book and BAWLED, had to stop to blow my nose bawled, through the end of the book. This book was incredible. Wow. No words really. I don’t write reviews anymore but just had to say something on this book. Read it. If you’re a parent, read it. If you’re in love, read it. If you’re a human with emotions, read it.

Are you afraid of flying or a bit claustrophobic, like I am, this book will make an impression. It's fast and it's very suspenseful. I did enjoy it but sometimes I caught myself skimming through the rescue planning. There was also too many side characters to make it the perfect read.

Thank you Netgalley and Avid Reader Press/Simon & Schuster for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

The tension was palpable in this book! I’m not sure I’ll ever fly again. It was a nonstop heart pounding adventure!

After reading Falling I was excited to start Drowning.

This book did not disappoint at all and had the same level of intensity as Falling did. This book had me hooked and on the edge of my seat throughout.

The characters were so fleshed out and you could really empathise with them, to the point, where I really felt like I was there with them.

This book would make a fantastic film adaptation!

After reading the smashing hit Falling, I couldn’t wait to delve into Newman’s new work.

While the second book may not be as heart-racing as the first, it still packs an emotional punch. In fact from the very beginning it plunges readers into a high-stakes, adrenaline-fuelled tale of tragedy and resilience as Flight 1421 meets a harrowing fate, hurtling into the Pacific Ocean mere minutes after takeoff. As chaos and terror grip the passengers, the narrative intensifies when the plane sinks, leaving a small group struggling for survival amid the unforgiving depths of the ocean.

Central to the gripping storyline are engineer Will Kent and his daughter Shannon, who find themselves in a desperate race against time as they contend with looming darkness and imminent danger while trapped within the submerged aircraft. With the odds stacked against them, their fight for survival becomes a heart-wrenching journey that tests their courage, resourcefulness, and familial bonds.

The tension in the narrative mounts as an elite rescue team, headed by Chris Kent, a seasoned diver and Shannon's mother, is introduced. This brings a deeper emotional complexity and interconnectedness to the already delicate situation..

As the clock ticks relentlessly, the trio must navigate treacherous waters, confront their shared past, and muster every ounce of strength and determination to orchestrate a daring rescue mission unlike any other.

During our buddy read with my bestie, we brainstormed numerous strategies for how the rescue team could have tackled the issue, finding ourselves far more frustrated than the trapped passengers appeared to be. 🤣🤣

While I wouldn’t consider this a thriller (but thrilling) it was still a gripping tale with a few compelling characters.
If you love blockbuster movies this is for you!

This book, much like the previous book “Falling” had me on the EDGE of my seat! I love that I can feel like I’m truly in the book with the characters, but not in such a way that a scaredy-pants like myself would be too scared to continue reading,

I could read books like this forever! Perfectly executed.

In Drowning by T. J. Newman, a routine flight turns into a nightmare when a plane crashes into the Pacific Ocean, sinking 200 feet below the surface with twelve passengers trapped inside. As water floods the cabin, a desperate race against time unfolds. A small pocket of air keeps them alive, but the clock is ticking.

The story shifts between the passengers fighting for their lives underwater and the frantic rescue team on the surface, working against the clock to save them. Amidst the chaos and fear, the characters reveal their strength, courage, and humanity.

Newman delivers a heart-pounding and authentic portrayal of survival, hope, and the indomitable human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. "Drowning" is a gripping, emotional thriller that will keep readers hooked until the very last page.

The characters are well-developed and relatable, each bringing their own struggles and strengths to the harrowing situation. The emotional depth of the passengers and crew, combined with the high stakes of survival, creates a captivating human drama. The tension is palpable, and Newman’s background as a flight attendant lends an authentic touch to the aviation details, making the scenario even more believable.

Newman’s writing style is crisp and clear, with short chapters that enhance the pacing. The shifting perspectives provide a full view of the unfolding disaster and the desperate attempts to save those trapped underwater. The sense of urgency and the fight against time are skillfully conveyed, keeping you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

Wow! This novel is super entertaining. For those with claustrophobia, Drowning might be daunting, but if you can get past a few hair-raising early scenes, you’ll be engrossed in this spectacular thriller.

** Thanks to NetGalley and the Publisher for a review copy of this book. The opinions are my own.

T. J. Newman is former flight attendant who really brings her expertise into her books, both this one and her debut Falling. I thoroughly enjoyed Falling and expected more of the same with Drowning. I made a big mistake by starting this one during a flight while on vacation. The intensity and vivid descriptions of a plummeting jet made me put the book away until my feet were firmly on the ground! The jet settles on the bottom of the ocean and the rest of the book flips back and forth between the survivors in the jet and the personnel trying to rescue them. Main character Will and his daughter Shannon happen to be onboard. Will's estranged wife is a diver working very hard to come up with a plan to save them. I recommend this to anyone who likes adventure/rescue stories. Newman has published a well written book for sure. I look forward to her next one.

This was a real surprise for me. It reads just like a rescue mission movie. I was sucked in and loved the characters right away. There was such suspense and times I had to keep reading to find out what happened before pausing. There were many moments with so many feelings I found myself tearing up A LOT. And for real crying a couple times. Whoa. I didn’t know what was going to happen. Then there was a couple unexpected twists.
When I started reading I thought, I’m not in the mood for this plane crash book, what was I thinking? But after sticking with it, I’m so glad I did!

Thank you NetGalley for the eARC! I’d highly recommend this book.

This book was AMAZING, great plot with plenty of suspense! The storyline was interesting, with great characters!! I would highly recommend this book to everyone!!

Drowning; The Rescue of Flight 1421 (A Novel) by T. J. Newman was not for me, personally. I am still thankful that I got to read this!

Drowning is fast-paced, more-ish novel with each chapter packing an almighty cliffhanger-infused-punch! I need another, another and another!

A very average book for me. I loved falling by this author but this one just felt very meh for me. It was almost like too much was going on.

Wow! This book is fantastic. Well paced and terrifying in the best way that a thriller can be. I took this book on a plane to read without even thinking about the premise - it s=certainly made it more terrifying! Loved it.

Will, an engineer, is always mentally preparing for the worst situations, but he didn't fully anticipate this one. He is flying with his 11-year-old daughter, Shannon, from Hawaii to San Francisco when six minutes after take off, their flight makes a crash landing in the ocean. And when an engine explodes during evacuation, forcing those still aboard to close the doors on the flooded vessel, Will, Shannon, and 10 others are trapped aboard the flooded vessel as it sinks to the bottom of the ocean.

On the surface, the real hope for rescue is in the hands of professional diver Chris, who happens to be Shannon's mom, and Will's soon to be ex-wife. She has to fight through politics and protocol to try and save every one aboard, but especially her husband and daughter.
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Will, an engineer, is always mentally preparing for the worst situations, but he didn't fully anticipate this one. He is flying with his 11-year-old daughter, Shannon, from Hawaii to San Francisco when six minutes after take off, their flight makes a crash landing in the ocean. And when an engine explodes during evacuation, forcing those still aboard to close the doors on the flooded vessel, Will, Shannon, and 10 others are trapped aboard the flooded vessel as it sinks to the bottom of the ocean.

On the surface, the real hope for rescue is in the hands of professional diver Chris, who happens to be Shannon's mom, and Will's soon to be ex-wife. She has to fight through politics and protocol to try and save every one aboard, but especially her husband and daughter.
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I received a complimentary audio version of this book. All opinions are my own.

I really enjoyed the first book of this little duo ‘Falling’ and enjoyed ‘Drowning’ just as much !

This book was SUPER claustrophobic and nerve-wracking . It seriously kickstarted my anxiety multiple times while reading because I seriously COULD NOT imagine going through this .. plane crash in the ocean with only limited amount of air as the plane keeps sinking and sinking … my god NOOOO . 😰😰😰😰😰

The one thing that kinda started getting to me though was the amount of airplane jargon though , I know nothing about planes except the fact that they fly , so a lot of the terms were way out of my comprehension, needed it to be a bit dumbed down for me hahaha ! But , the fact the author is a flight attendant , I mean , it makes sense !

Overall, very good book , would definitely continue to read more of this authors work !

I loved Falling and Drowning did not disappoint! I read it in one sitting and similarly to Falling - I envision this becoming a movie! Loved it - solid 5 stars!

Excellent book. Great (terrifying) concept and held my attention the whole time. Looking forward to continuing to read books by this author.

Wow what a page turner. I felt like I was watching a movie while reading this book and it was very hard for me to put it down. The story is just so enthralling and you need to know what happens next. So much fun. 5 stars!