The Sapphire Sea by Davis Bunn is a novel that takes the genre of coming of age and turns it upside down and inside out. The main character is a young man, Colin Eames and the book covers his teenage years. Colin is gifted and struggles interacting with other teens. He is deeply introspective and as such questions many things.
The novel follows Colin as he struggles to find his place in his school with others. He wants to find the place his mother called The Sapphire Sea and the happiness found there. He finds acceptance and understanding with another person who feels only part of herself. Slowly, he learns to make connections with others, still searching for the Sapphire Sea.
Davis Bunn is a writer who really delves into understanding what makes people grow and search for love and understanding. His portrayal of Colin is amazing and full of determination and hope. The Sapphire Sea by Davis Bunn is a great read.
