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I adored Water Moon, so my expectations for The Elsewhere Express were high. And while I can absolutely see why others are enchanted, I never quite connected with this one. The world is dreamy and imaginative, but for me, the imagery was too abstract, sometimes confusing, and I couldn’t fully fall into it. That said, if the themes it touches — grief, healing, identity, and finding your place in a strange world — resonate with you, this might pull your heartstrings in a way that surprises you. For some, it absolutely will be a hidden gem. I still love Samantha Sotto Yambao’s writing style — lyrical, thoughtful, and evocative — and I highly appreciate the themes explored here in a unique, delicate way. It just wasn’t a story I could completely immerse myself in. 3/5 stars Thank you @netgalley and @delreybooks and @bantambooksuk for the eARC! #TheElsewhereExpress #Netgalley #Bookstagram

Jan 7, 2026
I adored Water Moon, so my expectations for The Elsewhere Express were high. And while I can absolutely see why others are enchanted, I never quite connected with this one. The world is dreamy and imaginative, but for me, the imagery was too abstract, sometimes confusing, and I couldn’t fully fall into it. That said, if the themes it touches — grief, healing, identity, and finding your place in a strange world — resonate with you, this might pull your heartstrings in a way that surprises you. For some, it absolutely will be a hidden gem. I still love Samantha Sotto Yambao’s writing style — lyrical, thoughtful, and evocative — and I highly appreciate the themes explored here in a unique, delicate way. It just wasn’t a story I could completely immerse myself in. 3/5 stars Thank you @netgalley and @delreybooks and @bantambooksuk for the eARC! #TheElsewhereExpress #Netgalley #Bookstagram
Jan 7, 2026









