Beneath The Surface

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"Beneath the Surface" is a calming fishing game where you catch a variety of unique fish by dropping a line and waiting for a bite. Upgrading your fishing rod and line allows you to go deeper underwater for even more interesting catches. With soothing music and simple gameplay, this is a great escape from the stress of daily life.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

story8 positive mentions

atmosphere1 negative mentions

The book is filled with unexpected twists and turns that keep readers engaged and guessing until the end.
Kaira Rouda's writing effectively captures the dynamics of a dysfunctional wealthy family, making the characters both intriguing and entertaining to follow.
The multiple perspectives provide depth to the story, allowing readers to understand the motivations and secrets of each character.

Some readers found the pacing slow, particularly in the beginning, which may detract from the overall suspense.
Many characters are portrayed as unlikable, which can make it difficult for readers to connect with them or care about their outcomes.
There are instances of repetitive dialogue and plot points that can lead to a feeling of redundancy throughout the story.

story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is characterized by its exploration of family dysfunction, greed, and betrayal, with a mix of predictable and unexpected twists that keep readers engaged. While the multiple perspectives add depth, some reviewers felt the characters lacked compelling traits, leading to a narrative that occasionally felt slow or repetitive. Overall, the writing is described as captivating, with a satisfying conclusion that leaves room for future developments.
- “The characters, however, were where this story shined.”
- “Intriguing, captivating, dramatic story of betrayal and power.”
- “The story unfolds from multiple points of view, immersing the reader ever deeper beneath the surface of a wealthy family bound together by secrets, lies, and ambition.”
- “I guess I was just waiting for the plot to pick up and, when it didn’t, I felt marginally let down.”
- “I felt like there was a lot of telling over showing in this story and did not really buy decisions made by characters.”
- “The dialogue and storylines are just kind of repetitive to me.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by snarky wit and entertaining twists, though it may not be as dark or prevalent as in some other works by the author. Overall, it provides a rollicking experience that enhances the narrative without overshadowing the ominous setting.
- “So if you’re intrigued by the idea of a rollicking ride of multiple POVs, an ominous setting, and just a bit of snarky humor, this book is most definitely for you.”
- “A few of the twists had me laughing as they were revealed to the family.”
- “There is not quite as much dark humor and snark as some of her other books; however, it is highly entertaining.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a turbulent storm at sea, which intensifies the interpersonal conflicts among the characters on the ship, creating a sense of chaos and tension.
- “The atmosphere of the storm on the sea added to the turbulence going on between all the people on the ship.”